Air Pollution: Definition and Consequences

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What is the effect of low-level exposure to nitrogen oxides on the lungs?

Reducing oxygenation of body tissues

Causing fluid buildup one to two days after exposure (correct)

Instantly causing death

Rapidly causing burns and spasms

What is the primary source of nitrogen oxides emissions?

Waste incineration

Agricultural activities

Industrial processes

Traffic emissions (correct)

What is the effect of ozone on the respiratory system?

It reduces the risk of asthma

It has no effect on the respiratory system

It only affects people with chronic lung diseases

It irritates the respiratory system (correct)

What is the primary composition of particulate matter?

Sulfates and organic matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of long-term exposure to particulate matter on the lungs?

It can affect the lungs of both children and adults Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of lead emissions in the atmosphere?

Gasoline-powered vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary form of lead in the atmosphere?

Fine particles less than 1 micrometer in diameter Signup and view all the answers

Why is lead considered dangerous for the environment?

It is highly toxic and can remain in the environment for long periods Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of ozone on life expectancy?

It reduces life expectancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of particulate matter on people with cardiac and pulmonary conditions?

It can cause a shorter life expectancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of high-level exposure to nitrogen oxides on the body?

Rapidly causing burns, spasms, and dilation of tissues in the throat and upper airways Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of nitrogen oxides in ozone formation?

Reacting with volatile organic compounds to form ozone Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of particulate matter on the health of children and adults?

It affects both children and adults, causing respiratory problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of sulfur dioxide emissions?

Combustion processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of ozone on the lungs?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of lead on the environment?

It accumulates in living organisms, causing long-term toxicity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of particulate matter?

Organic matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of nitrogen oxides on the upper airways?

Causing spasms and dilation of tissues Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of volatile organic compounds?

Traffic emissions Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of particulate matter on people with pre-existing conditions?

It reduces the life expectancy of people with cardiac and pulmonary conditions Signup and view all the answers