Air Pollution

What are some common sources of air pollution?

• Vehicle emissions, industrial activities, burning of fossil fuels, agricultural activities, waste disposal

• Renewable energy sources

• Deforestation

• Household cleaning products

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How does air pollution affect our health?

• Air pollution affects our health by causing respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and other health complications.

• Air pollution only affects mental health

• Air pollution has no impact on health

• Air pollution improves overall health

Name one way to prevent air pollution.

• Plant more trees

• Use more plastic bags

• Reduce vehicle use

• Increase industrial emissions

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Why is clean air important for us?

• Clean air is important for us because it causes respiratory diseases

• Clean air is important for us because it helps us breathe easily, reduces the risk of respiratory diseases, improves overall health, and contributes to a better quality of life.

• Clean air is important for us because it has no impact on health

• Clean air is important for us because it makes us sick

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Which of the following is not a source of air pollution?

• Ships

• Bicycles

• Trees

• Factories

True or False: Air pollution can cause respiratory problems.

• Maybe

• True

• Unsure

• False

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What can individuals do to reduce air pollution in their daily lives?

• Increase energy consumption

• Use public transportation, carpool, bike or walk, reduce energy consumption, recycle, compost, and plant trees.

• Throw trash on the streets instead of recycling

• Drive more frequently alone in a car

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What are the effects of air pollution on the environment?

• Air pollution can lead to global warming, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, and ecosystem damage.

• Air pollution has no impact on the environment

• Air pollution leads to increased biodiversity

• Air pollution helps in the growth of ecosystems

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Why should we plant more trees to combat air pollution?

• Planting more trees can increase air pollution by releasing harmful gases.

• Planting more trees can help reduce air pollution by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

• Planting more trees can worsen air pollution by blocking sunlight.

• Planting more trees has no impact on air pollution levels.

How can government policies help in reducing air pollution?

• Government policies can reduce air pollution by regulating industries, promoting renewable energy, incentivizing public transportation, enforcing vehicle emission standards, and investing in green technologies.

• Ignoring international agreements on pollution control

• Reducing funding for environmental protection agencies

• Encouraging more coal usage

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