Atmospheric Pollutants (GCSE Chemistry) Quiz

What are atmospheric pollutants?

• Substances that are beneficial for plant growth

• Substances that are only found in water

• Substances that improve air quality

• Substances that are released into the atmosphere and have a negative impact on the environment and human health

Which of the following is a product of complete combustion?

• Carbon monoxide

• Sulphur dioxide

• Nitrogen oxides

• Carbon dioxide

What is a characteristic of carbon monoxide?

• It has a strong smell

• It is a visible gas

• It is colorless and odorless

• It is harmless

What can nitrogen oxides form when combined with water?

• Hydrochloric acid

• Carbonic acid

• Nitric acid

• Sulphuric acid

What is a consequence of acid rain?

• Improved air quality

• Neutralization of water bodies

• Erosion of stone buildings

• Increased plant growth

What is a source of sulphur dioxide in the atmosphere?

• Respiration

• Evaporation of water

• Photosynthesis

• Burning of coal

What is the effect of particulates on the atmosphere?

• They have no effect

• They reduce air pollution

• They contribute to global dimming

• They increase photosynthesis

What is a benefit of using radioactive isotopes as fuels?

• They reduce the impact on global warming

• They are inexpensive

• They are easy to maintain

• They produce atmospheric pollutants

What is the role of catalytic converters in vehicles?

• They increase fuel efficiency

• They remove nitrogen oxides from car exhausts

• They produce more carbon monoxide

• They reduce the temperature of the engine

What is a measure to reduce atmospheric pollutants?

• Increasing the use of renewable energy sources

• Using more fossil fuels

• Increasing emissions from transportation

• Promoting deforestation