Air Pollution and acid rain questions

Which of the following is a type of particulate matter found in air pollution?

• Smoke

• Odors

• Corrosive gases

• Toxic compounds

What does the term "anthropogenic" mean?

• Natural

• Human caused

• Animal caused

• Environmentally friendly

Which of the following is a source of nitrogen oxides according to the diagram?

• Agriculture

• Power plants

• Construction

• Solvents

Which source contributes the most to carbon monoxide emissions?

• Transportation

• Non-road engines

• Metals

• Other

What is a major source of sulfur dioxide according to the diagram?

• Transportation

• Power plants

• Agriculture

• Waste disposal

What year was the Clean Air Act established?

• 1960

• 1970

• 1980

• 1990

Which of the following is NOT one of the six major pollutants set by the Clean Air Act?

• Sulfur dioxide

• Nitrogen oxides

• Methane

• Carbon monoxide

What is one of the pollutants regulated by the Clean Air Act?

• Helium

• Ozone

• Hydrogen

• Neon

What are the main sources of most air pollution?

• Factories and farms

• Transportation and power plants

• Forest fires and volcanoes

• Residential heating and cooking

Which of the following is considered an unconventional pollutant?

• Carbon dioxide

• Oxygen

• Asbestos

• Nitrogen