Environmental Monitoring Systems in Engineering
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What is an example of a direct impact of transport activities on the environment mentioned in the text?

  • Particulates from incomplete combustion
  • Noise pollution (correct)
  • Marine transport emissions
  • Climate change

    • Which of the following is classified as an indirect impact of transport activities on environmental systems?

  • Particulates from incomplete combustion (correct)
  • Climate change
  • Direct impacts on ecosystems
  • Noise and carbon monoxide emissions

    • What is a cumulative impact of transport activities on ecosystems, as described in the text?

  • Marine transport emissions
  • Carbon monoxide emissions
  • Noise pollution
  • Climate change (correct)

    • Which environmental issue is directly linked with particulates from incomplete combustion in internal combustion engines?

    <p>Respiratory problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a known direct harmful effect of noise and carbon monoxide emissions from transport activities?

    <p>Respiratory problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are direct impacts different from indirect impacts of transport activities on the environment?

    <p>Direct impacts are immediate consequences, while indirect impacts are secondary effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do transport activities impact water quality?

    <p>By discarding fuel, chemicals, and hazardous particulates into hydrographic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of water quality impact in the transportation sector?

    <p>Marine transport emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does dredging impact marine biological diversity?

    <p>By creating turbidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major effects of maritime shipping on water quality?

    <p>Oil spills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does soil contamination occur due to transportation activities?

    <p>Through the use of toxic materials by the transport industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant impact of coastal transport facilities like ports on soil quality?

    <p>Soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general effect of irregular and chaotic sounds on people and animal life?

    <p>It is an undesirable sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is noise intensity typically measured?

    <p>In decibels (dB)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact can long-term exposure to noise levels above 75 decibels have on humans?

    <p>Severely hampers hearing and affects physical and psychological well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common consequence of road transportation noise in urban areas?

    <p>Impairs quality of life and property values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some mitigation measures imposed by noise regulations in case the noise reaches a defined level?

    <p>Building sound walls and other soundproofing techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the movement of transport vehicles and operations of ports, airports, and railyards impact human health?

    <p>Increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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