Most national parks impacted by air pollution, new report says

Most national parks impacted by air pollution, new report says

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The video discusses the impact of air and climate pollution on U.S. national parks. Despite their popularity, parks face significant pollution challenges, with a report highlighting issues like hazy skies and ozone damage. The report also identifies the most affected parks and emphasizes the need for policy changes. Climate change further threatens parks through invasive species and other risks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue affecting national parks as discussed in the introduction?

Wildlife poaching

Lack of funding

Air pollution

Overcrowding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the report, what percentage of national parks suffer from haze pollution?

70%

60%

80%

98%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which national park is NOT listed among the top three most impacted by air pollution?

Sequoia National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Joshua Tree National Park

Mojave National Preserve

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most dominant threat to national parks due to climate change?

Droughts

Sea level rise

Invasive species

Wildfires

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent action by the Biden administration is mentioned as a positive step for national parks?

Increasing park funding

Passing rules on emissions

Expanding park boundaries

Introducing new wildlife protection laws