Questions and Answers
What chronic effect is associated with prolonged exposure to vinyl chloride?
Which of the following is an example of a modification in industrial processes to reduce pollution?
What factor does NOT influence the impact of air pollutants on human health?
Which of the following fuels can significantly lower emissions of harmful pollutants?
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Which aspect is essential for urban planning and industrial development to minimize health impacts from air pollution?
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What is the primary focus of the Philippine Environmental Policy established by Presidential Decree No. 1151?
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How does the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement system classify development projects?
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Which law integrates climate change adaptation and mitigation into government policies in the Philippines?
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What types of sources can pollutants originate from?
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Which of the following gases is NOT a trace gas in Earth's atmosphere?
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Study Notes
Factors Affecting Human Health
- Health impacts from air pollutants are influenced by the nature, concentration, and duration of pollutants, as well as the health state and age of individuals exposed.
Chronic Effects of Air Pollution
- Rare conditions like vinyl chloride disease can cause bone and skin changes, increased cold sensitivity, and liver cancer.
Selecting Low-Sulfur Fuels
- Using low-sulfur fuels like natural gas reduces sulfur dioxide emissions, significantly cutting air pollution.
Modification in Industrial Processes
- Cleaner production techniques and efficient machinery can lessen pollutant formation at source in manufacturing and chemical processing industries.
Urban Planning and Zoning
- Strategic site selection for industrial units enhances urban planning and sustainability of industrial development.
Environmental Threats
- Human activities such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and resource overuse threaten ecosystems and biodiversity.
Philippine Environmental Laws
- Presidential Decree No. 1151 mandates environmental impact assessments, ensuring sustainable development practices.
- Presidential Decree No. 1586 classifies projects, requiring Environmental Compliance Certificates for environmentally critical developments.
- Republic Act No. 9729 integrates climate change adaptation and mitigation into governmental policies.
Earth's Atmosphere Composition
- Nitrogen (78.09%), Oxygen (20.95%), Argon (0.93%), Trace Gases (0.03%) including greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane.
Sources of Air Pollution
- Natural sources include pollen, volcanic eruptions, and forest fires.
- Stationary sources cover emissions from fossil fuel power plants and refineries.
- Man-made sources encompass industrial units, thermal power plants, and vehicle exhausts.
Indoor Air Quality Control
- Indoor air pollution arises from the accumulation of gases or particulates, adversely affecting health and comfort.
Sick Building Syndrome
- Characterized by health issues experienced by building occupants, often linked to specific buildings without identifiable illnesses.
Strategies for Indoor Air Quality
- Source control involves eliminating or reducing the emissions of pollutants.
- Ventilation enhances outdoor air flow to manage indoor air quality effectively.
- Air cleaners, including filters, help remove pollutants from indoor environments.
Techniques for Estimating Air Pollutant Emissions
- Direct measurement involves continuous monitoring of emissions from sources using specific instruments.
- Mass balance approaches estimate emissions based on process and inventory data when direct measurement is impractical.
Emission Factor (EF)
- EF quantifies pollutants released based on the activity associated with the release, aiding in estimating emissions where direct measurement is challenging.
Air Pollution Control Techniques for Stationary Sources
- Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) use electric fields to charge and collect particulates, effectively removing dust from emissions in power plants and chemical industries.
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Test your knowledge on the chronic effects of environmental pollutants, particularly vinyl chloride and its impacts on health. Explore the connections between fuel selection, emissions, and air quality while learning about the significant health risks involved.
