Air Pollution Quiz
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What does AQI stand for?

  • Atmospheric Quality Indicator
  • Air Quality Index (correct)
  • Airborne Quantity Identifier
  • Atmosphere Quotient Index

    • Which pollutants are considered for AQI and Air Quality Standards?

  • Methane, radon, lead, asbestos, and volatile organic compounds
  • Mercury, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, and dioxins
  • Carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, chlorofluorocarbons, and benzene
  • Carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, particulate matter, and ozone (correct)

    • What are the categories and range of the AQI?

  • Safe (0-60), Caution (61-100), Warning (101-150), Danger (151-200), Severe (201-250), and Extreme (251-300)
  • Low (0-30), Medium (31-70), High (71-100), Very High (101-150), Severe (151-200), and Extreme (201-300)
  • Good (0-50), Moderate (51-100), Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (101-150), Unhealthy (151-200), Very Unhealthy (201-300), and Hazardous (301-500) (correct)
  • Acceptable (0-40), Tolerable (41-80), Concerning (81-120), Alarming (121-180), Critical (181-240), and Catastrophic (241-300)

    • What is the main purpose of the Air Quality Index (AQI)?

    <p>To provide the public with an easily understandable way to interpret air quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are considered as sources of air pollution?

    <p>Industrial processes, transportation, agricultural activities, and natural events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does AQI measure?

    <p>Air quality based on pollutants' concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not considered a pollutant for AQI and Air Quality Standards?

    <p>Nitrogen (N2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range for 'Unhealthy' category in the AQI?

    <p>101-150</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of sulfur dioxide (SO2) in air pollution?

    <p>Industrial processes and transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is air quality assessed in the AQI?

    <p>By considering the concentration of pollutants in the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

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