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Which of the following is NOT a natural source of air pollution?
What are the primary components of air pollutants?
What percentage of deaths worldwide is caused by air pollution?
Which of the following is NOT a type of natural contaminant in the air?
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What are the primary gases and vapors released into the atmosphere that cause air pollution?
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Which of the following is NOT an artificial source of air pollution?
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Which of the following is NOT a natural contaminant in the air?
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Which of the following is a primary cause of air pollution?
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Which of the following is a natural source of air pollution?
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Which of the following is a natural component of air pollutants?
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Study Notes
Air Pollution Basics
- Rain and snow are not natural sources of air pollution.
- Primary components of air pollutants include particulate matter, carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, and nitrogen oxides.
Health Impact of Air Pollution
- Air pollution is responsible for 7 million deaths worldwide, which is approximately 12% of total deaths.
Natural Contaminants in the Air
- Pollen is not a type of natural contaminant in the air.
- Natural contaminants in the air include volcanic ash, dust, and wildfires.
Primary Causes of Air Pollution
- Burning fossil fuels, such as coal, gasoline, and natural gas, is a primary cause of air pollution.
- Primary gases and vapors released into the atmosphere that cause air pollution include carbon dioxide, methane, and chlorofluorocarbons.
Natural Sources of Air Pollution
- Volcanic eruptions and wildfires are natural sources of air pollution.
- Natural components of air pollutants include radon and terpenes.
Artificial Sources of Air Pollution
- Agriculture is not an artificial source of air pollution.
- Artificial sources of air pollution include industrial processes, transportation, and energy production.
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Description
Test your knowledge on air pollution with this quiz! Learn about the various sources of air pollution and its harmful effects on human beings, plants, and animals. Discover how contaminants like dust, mist, smoke, and color in the atmosphere can lead to undesirable changes in our environment. Find out why air pollution is considered a significant cause of global deaths.
