Air Pollution Sources and Health Impacts Quiz

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What are the primary sources of air pollution?

Volcanic eruptions, forest fires, and desert dust
Household cooking, natural gas leakage, and oceanic methane release
Industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and agricultural activities (correct)
Nuclear reactors, solar flares, and cosmic radiation

Which air pollutant is known to cause respiratory diseases and cardiovascular problems?

Carbon monoxide (CO)
Lead (Pb)
Particulate matter (PM) (correct)
Sulfur dioxide (SO2)

What are the potential health impacts of long-term exposure to air pollution?

Increased risk of skin cancer, improved lung function, and reduced risk of asthma
Reduced risk of heart disease, decreased risk of stroke, and improved respiratory function
Enhanced cardiovascular health, improved mental clarity, and reduced risk of allergies
Reduced life expectancy, increased risk of lung cancer, and aggravated asthma (correct)

Which of the following is a major contributor to air pollution?

Industrial emissions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does vehicle exhaust play in air pollution?

It releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does air pollution affect human health?

It can lead to respiratory diseases and cardiovascular problems (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Air pollutants

Substances released into the air that can harm human health and the environment.

Particulate Matter (PM)

Tiny particles in the air that can cause respiratory and cardiovascular problems.

Industrial emissions

Factories, power plants, and other industries release harmful gases and particles into the air.

Vehicle exhaust

The exhaust from cars, trucks, and other vehicles releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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Major contributors to air pollution

Burning of fossil fuels, industrial processes, and agricultural activities release harmful gases and particles into the air.

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Health impacts of air pollution

Long-term exposure to air pollution can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems, and even reduced life expectancy.

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