WorksheetsUnit 7 - Air Pollution Concept Review
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 28mins
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.
Water droplets
Allergens
Particulate matter
Combustibles
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?
sulfur and particulate matter
volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides
carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
none of these answers are correct
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?
Incomplete combustion of fossil fuels
Combustion of fossil fuels
Decomposition of plant and animal matters
Photochemical reaction of CO2
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?
Asbestos
Radon
Lead
Formaldehyde
During a home inspection, Henry discovered that radon is usually found in this part of a house.
attic
basement
bathroom
kitchen
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.
limestone
granite
SOx
rocks
In a bustling city where Aiden, Abigail, and William live, what three components have to be present to create photochemical smog?
VOCS, PANS, Carbon Dioxide
VOCS, Ozone, Nitrogen Monoxide
Nitrogen Dioxide, Sunlight, and VOCS
Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, and Ozone
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?
Pb, SO2, NOX, CO, PM, and tropospheric O3
Tropospheric O3, SO2, NOX, PM, Pb, and CO2
SO4, NOX, CO, PM, Pb, and tropospheric O3
SO2, NOX, CO, Hg, PM, and tropospheric O3
The Clean Air Act regulates vehicle emissions in cities like New York to ensure cleaner air for residents including Jackson, Aiden, and Isla.
true
false
In an industrial plant where Nora works, which pollutant is primarily mitigated by electrostatic precipitators?
Sulfur Dioxide
Nitrogen Dioxide
Acid Deposition
PM2.5
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?
Acid rain
Ozone
Carbon monoxide
Asbestos
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?
combustion chamber
electrostatic precipitator
scrubber
catalytic converter
During a renovation project in an old building, Evelyn discovered a material suspected to be asbestos. This is known to
cause respiratory ailments and cancer
be easily removed and treated
be a problem in new construction
cause skin irritation, nausea, and fatigue
During a science fair, Elijah, Nora, and Isla investigated substances implicated in human neurological damage. Which substance did they find most concerning?
Sulfur dioxide
Lead
Ozone
Hydrocarbons
Particulates
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?
Cataracts
Diabetes
Melanoma
Asthma
Obesity
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?
Carbon dioxide and ozone
Carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons
Carbon dioxide and particulates
Lead and mercury
Methane and particulates
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?
forest fires
lightning
plant emissions
volcano
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:
increases the rate of smog formation
traps high concentrations of pollution at ground level
results in increased levels of acid deposition
reduces the negative effects of VOC's
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?
Homes have more efficient insulation and increased ventilation decreasing indoor air pollution
Use of biomass fuel sources such as wood and charcoal for cooking increases indoor air pollution
Industrial power plants burning fossil fuels for electrical energy generation decreases indoor air pollution
Use of chemical pesticides on croplands increases indoor air pollution
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?
Ozone
Acid precipitation
CFCs
Carbon monoxide
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?
2.5 micrometers
5 micrometers
10 micrometers
100 micrometers
During a science fair, David presented a project on household hazards. Which of the following did he correctly identify as NOT a carcinogen?
Arsenic
Asbestos
Carbon Monoxide
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:
Sulfur Oxides
Nitrogen Oxides
VOC's
Mercury
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?
methane and particulates
lead and mercury
carbon dioxide and particulates
carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons
carbon dioxide and ozone
In lakes that are exposed to acid rain, fish populations are declining.
This is primarily due to changes in which lake condition?
During a school project on environmental science, Evelyn, Abigail, and David discovered that acid rain can damage
Drinking water sources
Aquatic life
Architecture/buildings
All options are correct
During a science project, Benjamin, Mia, and Evelyn collected rainwater to study its acidity. They found that the pH of the rainwater was <
5
6
7
8
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?
it binds to the hemoglobin in the blood
it shuts down lung activity so you can't breath
it impairs the brains ability to send signals
it blocks the functions of the liver
During a science project, Noah collected rainwater samples to measure their acidity. He found that, on average, the pH of the rainwater was
5.6 - 7
pH > 7
7 - 8.6
3.8 - 5.6
During a science project, Zoe discovered that exposure to a certain metallic element can cause brain damage. Which element was she studying?
Lead
Particulate matter
Ground-level ozone
Nitrogen oxides
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?
Supersphere
Stratosphere
Troposphere
There is no good ozone
Kai is researching laws for a school project and wants to know which act requires minimum safety standards for community water supplies
Safe Drinking Water Act
Clean Water Act
Clean Air Act
Resource Conservation Recovery Act
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?
Safe Drinking Water Act
Clean Water Act
Clean Air Act
Resource Conservation Recovery Act
Match the following
A layer of cool air becomes trapped below a layer of warmer air
Thermal Inversion
The 6 pollutants originally identified by the Clean Air Act
Criteria Pollutants
Released directly into the atmosphere
Primary Pollutant
Forms as a result of a chemical reaction between a primary pollutant and something else in the atmosphere.
Secondary Pollutant
Rain or snowfall that has a lower than normal pH.
Acid Precipitation
