Air Quality Monitoring Quiz
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Which city has the highest air quality index value?

  • Gaya
  • Gurugram (correct)
  • Ghaziabad
  • Faridabad

What is the predominant pollutant in Dungarpur?

  • SO2
  • PM10
  • NO2
  • PM2.5 (correct)

How many stations participated in monitoring air quality in Gurugram?

  • 2
  • 3
  • 1
  • 4 (correct)

Which city has a satisfactory air quality index?

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Which city reports a very poor air quality index?

<p>Gurugram (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What air quality index value indicates that a city is classified as poor?

<p>Above 250 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which two pollutants are present in Gandhinagar?

<p>PM2.5 and PM10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has an air quality index value of 198?

<p>Dholpur (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has the highest air quality index value recorded?

<p>Rohtak (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the predominant pollutant in Rishikesh?

<p>PM2.5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities has a 'Satisfactory' air quality index?

<p>Samastipur (A), Saharsa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the city that participated with the highest number of monitoring stations.

<p>Rourkela (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city features both PM2.5 and PM10 as pollutants?

<p>Rourkela (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has a Good air quality status?

<p>Shillong (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major pollutant is identified in both Sagar and Rourkela?

<p>PM10 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the air quality status of Sasaram?

<p>Poor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prominent pollutant in Muzaffarnagar?

<p>PM10 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many total stations participated in monitoring air quality in Mumbai?

<p>30 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pollutants were identified in Navi Mumbai?

<p>PM2.5, PM10, O3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the air quality classification for Motihari?

<p>Moderate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has a better air quality, Nagaon or Nalbari?

<p>Nagaon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which city is PM2.5 the prominent pollutant with a very poor air quality index?

<p>Narnaul (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which AQI category corresponds to minimal health impact?

<p>Good (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what AQI level does breathing discomfort start to affect sensitive individuals?

<p>51-100 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the possible health impact associated with an AQI of 301-400?

<p>Respiratory illness on prolonged exposure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which AQI category may cause serious impacts on those with pre-existing health conditions?

<p>Severe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason for not averaging air quality data across locations?

<p>Variations in air quality across locations are significant. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the air quality rating of Bhiwadi?

<p>Very Poor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has the highest air quality index value in the provided data?

<p>Bhiwadi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the predominant pollutant in the air quality assessment for Bhopal?

<p>O3 (B), PM2.5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city has a Satisfactory air quality rating?

<p>Bilaspur (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities has an air quality index value classified as Poor?

<p>Bhopal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the air quality rating of Byasanagar?

<p>Moderate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many stations in Buxar contributed to the air quality index?

<p>1 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pollutant is primarily identified in the air quality of Bhiwani?

<p>PM10 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prominent pollutant in Tonk?

<p>PM2.5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city reported moderate air quality with PM2.5 as the prominent pollutant?

<p>Ulhasnagar (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city had the highest air quality index value among those listed?

<p>Yamuna Nagar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cities has satisfactory air quality?

<p>Udupi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What air quality status is reported for Ujjain?

<p>Moderate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city is listed with the poorest air quality index?

<p>Tonk (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is a prominent pollutant in both Vijayawada and Varanasi?

<p>PM2.5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many cities participated in monitoring their air quality?

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Flashcards

Air Quality Index (AQI)

A numerical value ranging from 0 to 500, indicating the quality of air in a particular location based on various pollutants.

Particulate Matter (PM)

A microscopic particle found in the air, often originating from sources like vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, and construction activities.

PM2.5

A type of particulate matter that is smaller in size than PM10, often produced from sources like vehicle emissions, industrial activities, and burning fossil fuels.

Ozone (O3)

A colorless gas that is a common air pollutant, often emitted from sources like vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, and certain chemical reactions.

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Good Air Quality

A level of air quality that signifies a relatively healthy air environment, typically with low concentrations of pollutants.

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Moderate Air Quality

A level of air quality that indicates a moderate level of air pollution, requiring caution for sensitive individuals.

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Poor Air Quality

A level of air quality that signifies a level of air pollution that can be unhealthy for everyone, requiring people to take precautions.

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Very Poor Air Quality

A level of air quality that signifies a level of air pollution that can be very unhealthy for everyone, requiring people to take extra precautions.

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PM10

A type of air pollutant that consists of microscopic particles between 2.5 and 10 micrometers. Examples include dust, pollen, and construction debris.

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Satisfactory Air Quality

An air quality rating indicating a generally healthy air environment with low pollutant levels.

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Severe Air Quality

An air quality rating indicating the highest level of air pollution, considered hazardous to health.

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Participating Stations

The number of monitoring stations actively reporting air quality data out of the total number of stations in a particular area.

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Prominent Pollutants

A group of pollutants, like PM2.5, PM10, and Ozone, that contribute significantly to poor air quality in a particular location.

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What does the Air Quality Index (AQI) measure?

The Air Quality Index (AQI) uses a scale from 0 to 500 to indicate the quality of air in a given location. Higher numbers mean worse air quality.

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What does 'Good' air quality mean?

This category of air quality is associated with minimal health impacts, meaning most people won't experience any negative effects.

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What does 'Satisfactory' air quality mean?

This category of air quality indicates that some individuals, particularly those with respiratory issues, might experience minor breathing discomfort.

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What does 'Moderate' air quality mean?

This category of air quality means that people with existing health conditions like asthma or heart disease may experience significant breathing problems, while others with normal health might experience some discomfort.

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What does 'Poor' air quality mean?

This category of air quality indicates that the air is polluted, and most people will notice a difference, potentially experiencing breathing discomfort from prolonged exposure.

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What is the Air Quality Index (AQI)?

A scale used to represent air quality in a particular location, ranging from 0 to 500.

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What is PM10?

A type of air pollutant consisting of microscopic particles smaller than 10 micrometers.

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What is PM2.5?

A type of air pollutant consisting of microscopic particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers.

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If a city has multiple monitoring locations, what data is presented?

A city with multiple monitoring locations, but only the average air quality is displayed, representing the overall conditions.

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Study Notes

Air Quality Index (AQI) on November 20, 2024

  • AQI data collected on November 20, 2024, at 4 PM, represents an average over the previous 24 hours.
  • The data shows the Air Quality Index (AQI) for various cities.
  • Each city's AQI is categorized as one of the following: Good, Moderate, Poor, Satisfactory, Very Poor, and Severe.
  • Each city's recorded AQI value and prominent pollutant are listed, alongside the number of participating stations out of the total number of stations within that location.
  • The prominent pollutant and corresponding AQI value are reported for each city.
  • A list of cities absent from the bulletin due to insufficient data is also included for reference.
  • The document provides the AQI data for numerous Indian cities, encompassing detailed information about air quality.
  • The AQI is a numerical representation of air quality, helping to understand pollution levels.
  • This data is generated from multiple monitoring stations.

Data Quality Considerations

  • The data presented is an average indicating the pollution level.
  • Data may slightly vary from individual monitoring stations.
  • Averaging all monitoring stations ensures a standardized pollution level reporting.
  • External agencies potentially contributed to generating this data.

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Test your knowledge about air quality indices and pollutants in various cities. This quiz covers information regarding the air quality in cities like Dungarpur, Gurugram, and Rishikesh, as well as monitoring stations and predominant pollutants. Challenge yourself to see how much you know about air quality!

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