Understanding Pollution: Air, Water, Soil, and Noise

What is a major cause of air pollution?

• Recycling

• Burning fossil fuels

• Planting trees

• Using public transport

How can we help reduce air pollution?

• Ignoring smog warnings

• Burning more fossil fuels

• Switching off unused electrical devices

• By increasing the use of cars

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What is a significant effect of water pollution?

• More rainfall

• Contaminated drinking water

• Increased aquatic life

• Improved water quality

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How can water pollution be prevented?

• Increasing oil spills

• Using more chemical fertilizers

• Dumping waste in rivers

• Saving water and reducing waste

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What contributes to soil pollution?

• Cleaning up trash

• Planting more trees

• Excessive use of pesticides

• Recycling

How can we prevent soil pollution?

• Producing more waste

• Using more plastic bags

• By littering responsibly

• Recycling and reducing waste

What is a major source of noise pollution?

• Falling leaves

• Butterflies flapping

• Construction sites

• Whispering

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How does noise pollution affect health?

• Improves concentration

• Causes hearing loss

• Enhances relaxation

• Increases plant growth

What can individuals do to reduce noise pollution?

• Avoid unnecessary honking

• Use loudspeakers more often

• Increase use of firecrackers

• Keep TV volume high

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Why is it important to address all types of pollution?

• To use more natural resources

• To protect our health and the planet

• To increase global warming

• To make the environment noisier

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