Air Pollution

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What is air pollution?

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Air pollution is the presence of harmful substances in the air we breathe, which can come from various sources such as vehicles, factories, and natural events.

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What are nitrogen oxides?

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Nitrogen oxides are gases produced from burning fossil fuels, which contribute to air pollution and can lead to the formation of acid rain.

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What are sulfur oxides?

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Sulfur oxides are gases produced by burning fossil fuels, especially coal, and can also contribute to acid rain.

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What is acid rain?

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Acid rain is precipitation that has a lower pH than normal, caused by the combination of water with pollutants like nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides.

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How does acid rain affect buildings?

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Acid rain can make concrete and limestone buildings more fragile, leading to damage over time.

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What is ozone?

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Ozone is a gas that protects Earth from harmful UV radiation when high in the atmosphere, but it is a harmful pollutant when found near the Earth's surface.

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What are some sources of air pollution?

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Sources of air pollution include cars, fossil fuels, wildfires, industrial emissions, and household products.

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What health problems can air pollution cause?

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Air pollution can lead to respiratory and heart problems, as well as other health issues.

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What is the role of fossil fuels in air pollution?

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Fossil fuels, when burned for energy, release pollutants like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur oxides into the air.

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What is the impact of wildfires on air quality?

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Wildfires release large amounts of smoke and pollutants into the air, significantly degrading air quality.