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Which of the following is considered an essential resource for life?
Which of the following is considered an essential resource for life?
What type of pollution can be traced to a specific location like a drain pipe or a smoke stack?
What type of pollution can be traced to a specific location like a drain pipe or a smoke stack?
Which of the following pollutants can contaminate air and water?
Which of the following pollutants can contaminate air and water?
What is formed by the reaction of sunlight and pollutants, causing air pollution?
What is formed by the reaction of sunlight and pollutants, causing air pollution?
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Which organization monitors pollutants in the US and works to reduce pollution?
Which organization monitors pollutants in the US and works to reduce pollution?
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How can conserving water help reduce pollution?
How can conserving water help reduce pollution?
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What is the primary difference between point source pollution and non-point source pollution?
What is the primary difference between point source pollution and non-point source pollution?
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Which of the following is a non-point source water pollutant that leads to harmful algae blooms?
Which of the following is a non-point source water pollutant that leads to harmful algae blooms?
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What is the primary cause of photochemical smog in the atmosphere?
What is the primary cause of photochemical smog in the atmosphere?
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Which of the following pollutants can contaminate both air and water?
Which of the following pollutants can contaminate both air and water?
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How does the burning of fossil fuels contribute to air pollution?
How does the burning of fossil fuels contribute to air pollution?
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Which organization is responsible for monitoring pollutants in the US and working to reduce pollution?
Which organization is responsible for monitoring pollutants in the US and working to reduce pollution?
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What action can help in reducing pollution by conserving water?
What action can help in reducing pollution by conserving water?
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Study Notes
- Air and water are essential resources for life, while fossil fuels, biomass, and minerals make living easier but are not essential
- Humans cannot survive without air and water for long, as they are required for cells to function
- Pollutants, such as microorganisms, toxic chemicals, metals, and radioactive substances, can contaminate air and water
- Point source pollution can be traced to a specific location, such as a drain pipe or a smoke stack, while non-point source pollution can't
- Examples of water pollution include sediment from runoff, pesticides that harm other organisms, fertilizers that cause algae blooms, heated water, oil and sewage leaks, and acid rain
- Air pollution can be natural or human-induced, with the burning of fossil fuels causing smog and acid rain, and photochemical smog formed by the reaction of sunlight and pollutants
- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors pollutants in the US and federal and state governments have passed laws and regulations to reduce pollution
- Conserving water by using less, recycling, and reusing can help reduce pollution and make a difference.
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Test your knowledge on air and water pollution, pollutants, sources of pollution, examples of pollution, and measures to reduce pollution. Learn about essential resources for life and the impact of human activities on the environment.
