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Who was the first scientist to coin the term SMOG and to describe the layers of SMOG?
Who was the first scientist to coin the term SMOG and to describe the layers of SMOG?
Which of the following pollutants are responsible for the cause of SMOG?
Which of the following pollutants are responsible for the cause of SMOG?
Which of the following is called the secondary air pollutant?
Which of the following is called the secondary air pollutant?
Which of the following particles is called the particulate pollutants?
Which of the following particles is called the particulate pollutants?
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Which of the following agents is responsible for turning the Taj Mahal yellow?
Which of the following agents is responsible for turning the Taj Mahal yellow?
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Which of the following statements is true about SMOG?
Which of the following statements is true about SMOG?
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Which of the following statements is true about the Air Quality Index?
Which of the following statements is true about the Air Quality Index?
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What type of precautions should be taken to survive when the ozone level is high?
What type of precautions should be taken to survive when the ozone level is high?
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The major photochemical smog is _____
The major photochemical smog is _____
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Which of the following diseases are caused by smog?
Which of the following diseases are caused by smog?
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DDT and Aluminium cans are examples of _____
DDT and Aluminium cans are examples of _____
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How many different types of primary pollutants together contribute to about 90 per cent of the global air pollution?
How many different types of primary pollutants together contribute to about 90 per cent of the global air pollution?
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Which of the following agents is mainly responsible for the secondary pollutants?
Which of the following agents is mainly responsible for the secondary pollutants?
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Smoke, fumes, ash, dust, nitric oxide and sulphur dioxide are the main sources of _____
Smoke, fumes, ash, dust, nitric oxide and sulphur dioxide are the main sources of _____
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Which of the following industries plays a major role in polluting air and increasing air pollution?
Which of the following industries plays a major role in polluting air and increasing air pollution?
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Which of the following gas is more in percentage in the air?
Which of the following gas is more in percentage in the air?
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Increased levels of air pollution results in _____
Increased levels of air pollution results in _____
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The Taj Mahal, Lotus Temple, Golden Temple, India Gate and other famous heritage monuments are being affected by _____
The Taj Mahal, Lotus Temple, Golden Temple, India Gate and other famous heritage monuments are being affected by _____
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What is the total percentage of nitrogen gas in the air?
What is the total percentage of nitrogen gas in the air?
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Which of the following gases are called Greenhouse gases?
Which of the following gases are called Greenhouse gases?
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Study Notes
Smog
- Dr Henry Antoine coined the term "smog" and described its layers.
- Smog is a mixture of fog and smoke.
- Smog is caused by pollutants from incinerators and vehicle emissions.
- Ozone is a secondary air pollutant.
- Fly ash is a particulate pollutant.
- Sulphur dioxide is responsible for turning the Taj Mahal yellow.
Air Pollution
- The Air Quality Index (AQI) predicts ozone levels.
- Primary pollutants contribute to 90% of global air pollution.
- Five primary pollutants: smoke, fumes, ash, dust, nitric oxide and sulphur dioxide.
- Secondary pollutants are produced by reactions between primary pollutants.
- Examples of secondary pollutants: ozone, smog, sulphur trioxide, nitrogen dioxide.
- Industries that contribute significantly to air pollution: brick manufacturing, gas manufacturing, and electrical goods industries.
- Nitrogen gas is the most abundant gas in the air at 78%.
Health and Environmental Effects of Air Pollution
- Increased air pollution leads to respiratory problems.
- Air pollution affects heritage monuments.
- Greenhouse gases: methane and carbon dioxide.
- Air pollution can contribute to global warming.
- Non-biodegradable pollutants: DDT and aluminum cans.
Diseases Caused by Smog
- Rickets
- Bronchitis
- Breathing problems
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This quiz covers key concepts related to air pollution and smog, including the definitions, sources, and effects of various pollutants. Understand the roles of primary and secondary pollutants, and learn about their impact on health and the environment. Test your knowledge on these critical environmental issues.
