WorksheetsPollution and Human Health
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Which of these problems can be caused by air pollution?
Respiratory problems
Reduced food sources for humans
Increased disease for humans
Decrease in global temperatures
Dust, ash and pollen are examples of this air pollutant
Lead
Ground-level ozone
Particulate matter
Nitrogen oxides
Sound that affects the quality and/or health of human life
Light pollution
Air pollution
Noise pollution
Acid shock
Smog or ground ozone forms in the troposphere. Which pollutants 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
Which pair below are the two main sources of air pollution in urban (populated) areas?
vehicles, volcanoes
vehicles, industries
Industries, agriculture
All of the above
The following ailments are long-term effects of air pollution EXCEPT
emphysema. (hardening of lungs)
lung cancer.
headaches.
heart disease.
A common air pollutant that is very dangerous because you cannot see it or smell it
Sulfur Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Dioxide
Nitrogen Oxide
A colorless, odorless gas
Nitrogen oxides
Ground-level ozone
Carbon monoxide
Sulfur dioxide
A metallic element that can cause brain damage
Lead
Particulate matter
Ground-level ozone
Nitrogen oxides
Which of these is NOT a primary air pollutant?
smog
particulate matter (PM2.5)
carbon monoxide (C0)
sulfur dioxides (S02)
Which of the following are examples of VOC's ? select 3
paint and paint thinners
gasoline fumes
water vapor
formaldehyde
smog
Which ones are consider primary air pollutants?
Nitrogen oxides
Sulfur dioxides
Carbon monoxide
all are correct!!!!
Which of the following pollutants is most commonly associated with causing acid rain, which can harm human health by contaminating water sources?
A) Carbon Dioxide
B) Sulfur Dioxide
C) Methane
D) Ozone
What is the primary health effect of prolonged exposure to high levels of noise pollution in urban areas?
A) Respiratory issues
B) Hearing loss
C) Skin irritation
D) Digestive problems
Which of the following is a common method used to measure air quality and assess its impact on human health?
A) Blood pressure monitoring
B) Air Quality Index (AQI)
C) Body Mass Index (BMI)
D) Water pH level
