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What is the primary goal of stormwater management?
What is the primary goal of stormwater management?
- Reduce runoff into streets and lawns (correct)
- Encourage plastic waste reduction
- Improve air quality
- Increase water contamination
How does air pollution contribute to water contamination?
How does air pollution contribute to water contamination?
- By absorbing human-induced CO2 emissions from oceans (correct)
- By promoting climate-friendly crops
- By eliminating wastewater treatment
- By reducing plastic waste
Why is green agriculture important in limiting water pollution?
Why is green agriculture important in limiting water pollution?
- To reduce marine life mortality
- To promote plastic waste reduction
- To increase the efficiency of stormwater management
- To lessen the chemicals entering the water (correct)
Which method is not mentioned as a way to mitigate water pollution in the text?
Which method is not mentioned as a way to mitigate water pollution in the text?
Which pollutant mainly affects the brain, kidney, and impairs mental functioning in children?
Which pollutant mainly affects the brain, kidney, and impairs mental functioning in children?
What potential health risks are associated with burning some of the materials mentioned in the text?
What potential health risks are associated with burning some of the materials mentioned in the text?
How does mixing hazardous wastes with garbage and combustible waste impact waste management according to the text?
How does mixing hazardous wastes with garbage and combustible waste impact waste management according to the text?
What symptom does Carbon monoxide (Co) exposure primarily lead to?
What symptom does Carbon monoxide (Co) exposure primarily lead to?
What is the primary difference between biodegradable and non-biodegradable solid waste?
What is the primary difference between biodegradable and non-biodegradable solid waste?
How does improper disposal of municipal solid waste impact the environment?
How does improper disposal of municipal solid waste impact the environment?
What effect does Particulate matter(PM) have on the human respiratory system?
What effect does Particulate matter(PM) have on the human respiratory system?
Which of the following is NOT part of the solid waste management strategy mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT part of the solid waste management strategy mentioned in the text?
How does Nitrogen di oxide(NO2) contribute to environmental damage?
How does Nitrogen di oxide(NO2) contribute to environmental damage?
Why are industrial solid wastes considered hazardous?
Why are industrial solid wastes considered hazardous?
What makes the segregation and disposal of refuse more difficult and risky?
What makes the segregation and disposal of refuse more difficult and risky?
Study Notes
Stormwater Management
- The primary goal of stormwater management is to prevent water pollution.
Water Pollution
- Air pollution contributes to water contamination by depositing pollutants into water bodies.
- Green agriculture is important in limiting water pollution as it reduces the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers.
Mitigating Water Pollution
- Methods to mitigate water pollution include green agriculture, proper waste disposal, and stormwater management.
Pollutants and Health Risks
- Lead mainly affects the brain, kidney, and impairs mental functioning in children.
- Burning certain materials can lead to potential health risks due to the release of toxic substances.
Waste Management
- Mixing hazardous wastes with garbage and combustible waste makes waste management more challenging.
- Carbon monoxide (CO) exposure primarily leads to headaches.
- Biodegradable solid waste can break down naturally, whereas non-biodegradable solid waste cannot.
Environmental Impact
- Improper disposal of municipal solid waste can lead to environmental pollution and harm to ecosystems.
- Particulate matter (PM) can cause respiratory problems and damage the human respiratory system.
Solid Waste Management
- The primary difference between biodegradable and non-biodegradable solid waste is their ability to break down naturally.
- Industrial solid wastes are considered hazardous due to their toxic and corrosive nature.
- Segregation and disposal of refuse are more difficult and risky due to the presence of hazardous materials.
Air Pollution
- Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) contributes to environmental damage by reacting with other pollutants to form ground-level ozone and particulate matter.
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Learn about the symptoms and consequences of carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide poisoning due to incomplete combustion of fossil fuels. Understand how these gases can lead to respiratory problems, acid rain, and harm to plants and animals.
