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Unit 7 - Air Pollution Concept Review

Total questions: 37

Worksheet time: 28mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

During a science project on environmental studies, Aria, Luna, and Anika investigated a type of pollution found both indoors and outdoors, which includes pollen, dander, soot, carbon, and dust.

a)

Water droplets

b)

Allergens

c)

Particulate matter

d)

Combustibles

2.

During a science fair, Lily and Daniel presented a project on urban pollution. They explained how smog or ground ozone forms in the troposphere. Which pollutants did they mention are most responsible for smog or ground ozone?

a)

sulfur and particulate matter

b)

volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides

c)

carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

d)

none of these answers are correct

3.

During a science project, Zoe observed a lamp burning inefficiently and producing a lot of smoke. What is the primary source of the gas being produced?

a)

Incomplete combustion of fossil fuels

b)

Combustion of fossil fuels

c)

Decomposition of plant and animal matters

d)

Photochemical reaction of CO2

4.

During a science project, Liam, Maya, and Aiden discovered that a common compound is emitted from most manufactured building materials and furniture. What is it?

a)

Asbestos

b)

Radon

c)

Lead

d)

Formaldehyde

5.
Of the following cities, which regularly experiences the worst levels of photochemical smog that is enhanced by thermal inversions?
a)
New York City, NY
b)
Los Angeles, California
c)
Portland, Oregon
d)
Atlanta, Georgia
6.

During a home inspection, Henry discovered that radon is usually found in this part of a house.

a)

attic

b)

basement

c)

bathroom

d)

kitchen

7.

A farmer, noticing the effects of acid rain on her crops, decided to test the soil types across her fields. She found that the fields with ____________ were less affected.

a)

limestone

b)

granite

c)

SOx

d)

rocks

8.
The majority of atmospheric mercury is produced by:
a)
Municipal Waste Incinerators
b)
Coal burning power plants
c)
Medical waste
d)
Runoff from thermometer factories
9.

In a bustling city where Aiden, Abigail, and William live, what three components have to be present to create photochemical smog?

a)

VOCS, PANS, Carbon Dioxide

b)

VOCS, Ozone, Nitrogen Monoxide

c)

Nitrogen Dioxide, Sunlight, and VOCS

d)

Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, and Ozone

10.

In a recent environmental science project, Abigail, James, and Mia are tasked with identifying the 6 “criteria” air pollutants as specified under the Clean Air Act. Which of the following lists did they correctly identify?

a)

Pb, SO2, NOX, CO, PM, and tropospheric O3

b)

Tropospheric O3, SO2, NOX, PM, Pb, and CO2

c)

SO4, NOX, CO, PM, Pb, and tropospheric O3

d)

SO2, NOX, CO, Hg, PM, and tropospheric O3

11.

The Clean Air Act regulates vehicle emissions in cities like New York to ensure cleaner air for residents including Jackson, Aiden, and Isla.

a)

true

b)

false

12.

In an industrial plant where Nora works, which pollutant is primarily mitigated by electrostatic precipitators?

a)

Sulfur Dioxide

b)

Nitrogen Dioxide

c)

Acid Deposition

d)

PM2.5

13.

During a science project, Henry and Priya measured the emissions from various sources. Which of the following did they identify as an example of a primary pollutant?

a)

Acid rain

b)

Ozone

c)

Carbon monoxide

d)

Asbestos

14.

Ethan is working on reducing his car's environmental impact. He's focusing on an air pollution prevention mechanism found in vehicles called a/n? 

a)

combustion chamber

b)

electrostatic precipitator

c)

scrubber

d)

catalytic converter

15.

During a renovation project in an old building, Evelyn discovered a material suspected to be asbestos. This is known to

a)

cause respiratory ailments and cancer

b)

be easily removed and treated

c)

be a problem in new construction

d)

cause skin irritation, nausea, and fatigue

16.

During a science fair, Elijah, Nora, and Isla investigated substances implicated in human neurological damage. Which substance did they find most concerning?

a)

Sulfur dioxide

b)

Lead

c)

Ozone

d)

Hydrocarbons

e)

Particulates

17.

During a health and environment class, the teacher discusses the impact of air pollution on human health. David wonders, which of the following health issues is most closely associated with atmospheric particulates?

a)

Cataracts

b)

Diabetes

c)

Melanoma

d)

Asthma

e)

Obesity

18.

During a science project, Hannah and Avery are explaining how catalytic converters in Jackson's car reduce which of the following pairs of pollutants in car exhaust?

a)

Carbon dioxide and ozone

b)

Carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons

c)

Carbon dioxide and particulates

d)

Lead and mercury

e)

Methane and particulates

19.

During a school project on environmental pollution, Scarlett researched natural sources of sulfur dioxide. Which of these did she find to be a natural source?

a)

forest fires

b)

lightning

c)

plant emissions

d)

volcano

20.

During a winter morning in a busy city, Nora noticed that the air felt heavier and the smog seemed denser than usual. This phenomenon, known as a thermal inversion:

a)

increases the rate of smog formation

b)

traps high concentrations of pollution at ground level

c)

results in increased levels of acid deposition

d)

reduces the negative effects of VOC's

21.

During a school project on sustainable living, Benjamin and Anika researched the impact of daily activities on indoor air quality in India and Sub-Saharan Africa. What did they predict?

a)

Homes have more efficient insulation and increased ventilation decreasing indoor air pollution

b)

Use of biomass fuel sources such as wood and charcoal for cooking increases indoor air pollution

c)

Industrial power plants burning fossil fuels for electrical energy generation decreases indoor air pollution

d)

Use of chemical pesticides on croplands increases indoor air pollution

22.

During a sunny day in the city, Isla noticed a significant increase in air pollution levels. This increase is most likely due to the reaction of NOx + VOCs + sunlight. What secondary pollutant is being formed?

a)

Ozone

b)

Acid precipitation

c)

CFCs

d)

Carbon monoxide

23.

During a science fair, Noah, Abigail, and Luna are presenting on air quality. They discuss which size of particulate matter (PM) pollution is the most harmful to humans. What size did they mention?

a)

2.5 micrometers

b)

5 micrometers

c)

10 micrometers

d)

100 micrometers

24.

During a science fair, David presented a project on household hazards. Which of the following did he correctly identify as NOT a carcinogen?

a)

Arsenic

b)

Radon

c)

Asbestos

d)

Carbon Monoxide

25.

Sophia was painting her room over the weekend and noticed the smell of the paint lingered for a long time. She realized it was because the paint contained hydrocarbons such as gasoline, solvents, paints, finger nail polish & thinners that vaporize easily. These represent:

a)

Sulfur Oxides

b)

Nitrogen Oxides

c)

VOC's

d)

Mercury

26.

During a science project, Liam and Charlotte are explaining how catalytic converters in cars help reduce pollution. They describe that these devices reduce what pairs of pollutants in car exhaust?

a)

methane and particulates

b)

lead and mercury

c)

carbon dioxide and particulates

d)

carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons

e)

carbon dioxide and ozone

27.
Two historical events during which smog killed many citizen and made thousands sick...
a)
Donora Fluoride Fog and London Smog
b)
London Smog and Exxon Valdez
c)
China Smog and Fluoride Fog
28.

In lakes that are exposed to acid rain, fish populations are declining.
  This is primarily due to changes in which lake condition?

a)
size
b)
pH
c)
temperature
d)
location
29.

During a school project on environmental science, Evelyn, Abigail, and David discovered that acid rain can damage

a)

Drinking water sources

b)

Aquatic life

c)

Architecture/buildings

d)

All options are correct

30.

During a science project, Benjamin, Mia, and Evelyn collected rainwater to study its acidity. They found that the pH of the rainwater was <

a)

5

b)

6

c)

7

d)

8

31.

During a winter camping trip, Elijah and Scarlett were exposed to a faulty heater emitting Carbon Monoxide (CO). What is the mechanism by which CO harmed their bodies?

a)

it binds to the hemoglobin in the blood

b)

it shuts down lung activity so you can't breath

c)

it impairs the brains ability to send signals

d)

it blocks the functions of the liver

32.

During a science project, Noah collected rainwater samples to measure their acidity. He found that, on average, the pH of the rainwater was

a)

5.6 - 7

b)

pH > 7

c)

7 - 8.6

d)

3.8 - 5.6

33.

During a science project, Zoe discovered that exposure to a certain metallic element can cause brain damage. Which element was she studying?

a)

Lead

b)

Particulate matter

c)

Ground-level ozone

d)

Nitrogen oxides

34.

During a school science project, James, Evelyn, and Elijah are discussing the importance of the ozone layer. They focus on the layer of the atmosphere that contains the good ozone. Which layer are they talking about?

a)

Supersphere 

b)

Stratosphere 

c)

Troposphere

d)

There is no good ozone

35.

Kai is researching laws for a school project and wants to know which act requires minimum safety standards for community water supplies

a)

Safe Drinking Water Act

b)

Clean Water Act

c)

Clean Air Act

d)

Resource Conservation Recovery Act

36.

In a recent environmental science project, David, Anika, and Ava are tasked with creating a presentation that explains a law mandating the restoration and maintenance of the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters. Which law are they discussing?

a)

Safe Drinking Water Act

b)

Clean Water Act

c)

Clean Air Act

d)

Resource Conservation Recovery Act

37.

Match the following

a)

A layer of cool air becomes trapped below a layer of warmer air

1.

Thermal Inversion

b)

The 6 pollutants originally identified by the Clean Air Act

2.

Criteria Pollutants

c)

Released directly into the atmosphere

3.

Primary Pollutant

d)

Forms as a result of a chemical reaction between a primary pollutant and something else in the atmosphere.

4.

Secondary Pollutant

e)

Rain or snowfall that has a lower than normal pH.

5.

Acid Precipitation