Pollution and Environmental Issues Quiz

What are the primary pollutants for the atmosphere?

• Carbon monoxide

• Sulfur dioxide

• Nitrogen oxides

• Particulate matter

• All of the above

What are the sources of the primary pollutants?

• Industrial emissions

• Vehicle exhaust

• Natural sources like volcanoes

• All of the above

What are the additional factors besides city pollution that create the huge smog pollution issue within Delhi, India?

• Vehicular emissions

• Stubble Burning alongside geography and weather

• Construction dust

• All of the above

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Identify the most polluted area within the United States.

• Los Angeles, California

• Houston, Texas

• New York City, New York

• Chicago, Illinois

What are some short term and long term effects of air pollution?

• Short term effects include respiratory issues; long term effects include heart disease.

• Short term effects include improved air quality; long term effects include reduced pollution.

• Short term effects include economic growth; long term effects include technological advancement.

• Short term effects include increased biodiversity; long term effects include climate stability.

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What is noise pollution?

• Unwanted or harmful outdoor sound

• A type of water contamination

• A form of visual disturbance

• A type of air pollution

How does noise pollution impact the environment?

• It improves air quality.

• It disrupts wildlife and human health.

• It enhances biodiversity.

• It reduces water pollution.

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What is light pollution?

• Excessive or misdirected artificial light

• A type of water contamination

• Noise from urban areas

• Air pollution from vehicles

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How does light pollution impact the environment?

• It disrupts ecosystems and wildlife.

• It improves visibility for nocturnal animals.

• It has no significant impact.

• It reduces energy consumption.

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What is acid rain?

• Rain that contains a high concentration of acids

• Rain that is pure and free of pollutants

• Rain that occurs in desert regions

• Rain that is artificially created

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