Clean Air Act

Which act was introduced by President Obama in 2015 to limit pollution?

• Clear Skies Act

• Clean Power Plan

• Clean Air Act

• Pollution Control Act

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Which environmental issues were addressed by the changes in 1977 and 1990?

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

• Air quality

• Noise pollution

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What is the main purpose of the Clean Air Act in the United States?

• Control water pollution

• Regulate noise pollution

• Manage air pollution

• Address soil pollution

When did the federal government first get involved in air pollution policy?

• 1963

• 1970

• 1985

• 1995

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What are the four main parts of the Clean Air Act focused on?

• Water quality standards

• Noise pollution regulations

• Waste management guidelines

• Air quality standards

Which state was the first to adopt a significant air pollution control program?

• California

• Texas

• Oregon

• New York

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What challenges remain in meeting standards and controlling pollutants despite the success of the Clean Air Act in reducing pollution?

• Lack of funding for enforcement

• Lack of public awareness

• Inadequate technology for monitoring pollutants

• Political opposition to environmental regulations

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When did the efforts to control air pollution start?

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Efforts to control air pollution started in the late 1800s when cities like Chicago and Cincinnati passed laws to control smoke and soot from industries.

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What were the major changes made to the Clean Air Act in 1977?

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In 1977, changes were made to address areas not meeting standards, car emissions, and preventing air quality from getting worse in clean areas.

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What are some of the pollutants that have been successfully reduced through the Clean Air Act?

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Some pollutants that have been successfully reduced through the Clean Air Act include lead, particulates, carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, and sulfur dioxides.