RPA Science: atmospheric pollutants

This colorless, odorless gas can be deadly if breathed in. It is produced by incomplete combustion (not enough oxygen).

• SO₂
• CO
• NO
• NO₂

The general term for air pollution that reduces visibility, especially in cities. 

• atmospheric transport
• pollution 
• smog
• wet scrubber

Produced by burning fossil fuels

• Carbon Dioxide

• Sulfur Dioxide

• Nitrogen Dioxide

• Phytochemical Oxidant

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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

Acid rain can damage

• Drinking water sources
• Aquatic life
• Architecture/buildings
• All options are correct

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Global warming is due to 

• Greenhouse gases
• Nitric and sulfuric acids
• CFCs
• Ozone depletion

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Greenhouses gases

• Absorb and radiate heat
• Destroy the ozone layer
• Cause respiratory problems
• Create smog

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Which of the following are greenhouse gases?

• Carbon dioxide
• Methane
• Water vapor
• All answers are correct

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Greenhouse gases, in moderate amounts, keep the Earth's temperature stable

• True
• False

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