Air and Water Pollution

The Clean Air Act- regulates vehicle emissions.

• true

• false

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What is a primary pollutant? 

• pollutant that is put directly into air by human activities
• pollutants that react with other primary pollutants

Which of the following are examples of VOC's ? (Select 3)

• paint and paint thinners

• gasoline

• water vapor

• formaldehyde

• smog

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This atmospheric compound is critical to the planet in its protection against UV radiation, but when found close to the ground is part of photochemical smog that can cause serious health problems.

• particulate matter

• carbon monoxide

• stratospheric ozone

• tropospheric ozone

Which of the following is NOT a primary pollutant?

• nitric oxides

• smog

• sulfur dioxide

• volatile organic compounds

Which of the following government agencies is responsible for the Clean Air Act?

• the USGS

• the USDA

• the EPA

• the USDOJ

Which two primary pollutants most often result in acid rain?

• sulfuric dioxide and nitric oxide
• carbon monoxide and VOCs
• ZEVs and VOCs
• carbonic acid and citric acid

What is the major cause for air pollution?

• deforestation

• oil spills

• transportation

• cigarretes

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Which of these problems can be caused by air pollution?

• Respiratory problems
• Reduced food sources for humans
• Increased disease for humans
• Decrease in global temperatures

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What causes acid rain?

• High concentrations of sulfuric or nitric acid from pollution
• Fertilizer use
• Pesticide use
• CFCs