Environmental Pollution Quiz

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

<p>Disturbance of the endocrine system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An undesirable change in the characteristics of the environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Carbon Dioxide (CO2) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advancements in technology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Carbon Dioxide (CO2) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Various diseases and human sufferings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Skin cancer and respiratory disorders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The process by which toxic substances accumulate in higher trophic levels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By decreasing capillary water and soil quality (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They eliminate both target and nontarget organisms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Chemical fertilizers and pesticides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They decrease soil fertility. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Contamination of soil and soil water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leads to disease among aquatic flora and fauna (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Potential development of diseases in humans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural soil formation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It is predominantly caused by natural processes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Reaction of sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides with water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Causing chlorosis and necrosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Corrosion of metals and marble (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Methane (CH₄) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lung diseases and allergic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High energy radiations and combustion processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhanced greenhouse effect leading to global warming (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhanced photosynthesis in aquatic plants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Burning of fossil fuels and deforestation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduces soil fertility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Any change in the environment that harms living things, usually caused by human activities.

Factors like air, water, and soil that affect living things.

Substances that cause pollution, like gases, metals, or pesticides.

The gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

The process of greenhouse gases trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

A harmful change in the atmosphere's composition, often caused by pollutants like vehicle exhaust.

The increase in Earth's average temperature due to the greenhouse effect.

A change in the Earth's climate patterns, often caused by global warming, leading to extreme weather events.

Tiny particles found in the air, smaller than 1 micron (µ) in diameter. Examples include smoke, soot, and fly ash.

Particles in the air that are larger than 1 micron (µ) in diameter, including dust and mist.

The process by which a body of water becomes overly enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive algal growth.

The harmful changes in the composition of water that make it unsuitable for use. It can be caused by various pollutants.

Substances, often chemicals, washed into water bodies from agricultural fields.

Disease-causing organisms, like bacteria and fungi, that can contaminate water.

Unprocessed sewage containing harmful bacteria and other pollutants that can contaminate water bodies.

The bacteria responsible for causing cholera, a potentially fatal diarrheal disease.

The bacteria responsible for causing typhoid fever, a serious illness that can cause fever, headache, and abdominal pain.

The absorption of harmful pollutants from contaminated water by fish, making them unsafe to eat.

Acid rain is a form of precipitation with a pH lower than 5.6, primarily caused by sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) being released into the atmosphere from human activities.

Acid rain damages plant leaves, reducing their productivity, leading to the degradation of forests, grasslands, and crops. It also causes chlorosis (yellowing of leaves) and necrosis (death of plant tissue).

Acid rain can kill aquatic organisms, harming fish and aquatic plants, disrupting the delicate balance of ecosystems. It can also lead to the destruction of aquatic flora and fauna.

Acid rain causes corrosion of metals and marble structures. Marble, made of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), reacts with sulfuric acid (H2SO4) from acid rain, forming calcium sulfate (CaSO4), which weakens the marble.

CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) is released from burning fossil fuels, industrial processes, and deforestation. This contributes to air pollution and the greenhouse effect.

CH4 (Methane) is produced through natural processes like decomposition of organic matter, as well as human activities like livestock raising and the extraction of fossil fuels.

CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons) are released from refrigerators, air conditioners, and some industrial processes. They are harmful to the ozone layer in the atmosphere.

N2O (Nitrous Oxide) is emitted from various sources, including the use of fertilizers, combustion processes in industries and automobiles, and the decomposition of organic matter.

Increased greenhouse gases like CO2, CH4, and N2O trap more heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming. This warming, in turn, causes changes in weather patterns, such as increased desert expansion, decreased rainfall, and the melting of glaciers.

SPM (Suspended Particulate Matter) refers to small particles (less than 10µm) suspended in the air. These particles come from various sources, including combustion processes, industrial activities, and natural sources.

Unwanted, irregular, unpleasant, and annoying sound caused by the vibration of matter.

Noise levels above 80 decibels (dB) can cause hearing loss, both temporary and permanent.

Noise pollution can lead to heart problems, including high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and increased cholesterol levels.

Noise pollution can disrupt the endocrine system of animals, impacting their hormones and overall health.

Noise pollution can interfere with animal reproduction by disrupting mating calls, causing egg laying problems, and affecting the development of embryos.

The process by which toxic substances accumulate in organisms as they move up the food chain, resulting in higher concentrations at higher trophic levels.

A type of soil pollution caused by living things like bacteria, fungi, or parasites. These organisms can harm plants and affect soil fertility.

The use of chemicals like fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides can negatively impact the health of soil and water.

The contamination of soil and water due to the overuse of fertilizers. Excess fertilizer can damage plants and harm aquatic life.

Chemicals used to kill unwanted pests, but they can also harm beneficial organisms like earthworms and beneficial insects.

The deterioration of land quality, decreasing the effectiveness of plants and contaminating groundwater. It can be caused naturally or by human activities.

Polluted soil can directly affect humans through contact or inhalation, leading to health problems like skin cancer, respiratory issues, and reproductive problems.

When excess fertilizer is applied to crops, it can wash into waterways, causing algal blooms and harming aquatic life.

Earthworms, rhizobia, and other beneficial organisms can be harmed by pesticide use.

Soil pollution can affect the entire food chain, as toxins accumulate in organisms at each level.