Earth Science: Air Pollution

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What color of the Air Quality Index indicates that the air is 'good'?

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Green

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What do we call something that causes air pollution?

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Pollutant

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What does a maroon color on the Air Quality Index mean for outdoor activities?

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It is not a good idea to go outside.

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What color on the Air Quality Index indicates that the air is 'unhealthy'?

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Red

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What are some effects of air pollution on people?

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Heart disease, cancer, respiratory infections, and damage to the ozone.

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What is the Air Quality Index (AQI)?

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A system used to gauge and report air quality.

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What is a common source of air pollution?

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Fossil fuels.

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What is a pollutant?

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Any substance that contaminates the air.

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What color indicates that the air quality is 'moderate'?

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Yellow

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What can people do to reduce air pollution?

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Use public transport, recycle, and conserve energy.