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What is the primary cause of waterborne diseases?
What is the primary cause of waterborne diseases?
What disease is associated with fluoride contamination in drinking water?
What disease is associated with fluoride contamination in drinking water?
What is the main byproduct of utilizing hydrogen as an energy source?
What is the main byproduct of utilizing hydrogen as an energy source?
Which gas is predominantly responsible for the formation of acid rain?
Which gas is predominantly responsible for the formation of acid rain?
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Which pollutant is known to cause hearing damage in humans?
Which pollutant is known to cause hearing damage in humans?
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Flashcards
What are waterborne diseases?
What are waterborne diseases?
A disease that is spread through contaminated water, such as by exposure to harmful bacteria, viruses, or parasites.
What is fluorosis?
What is fluorosis?
Excess fluoride in drinking water can lead to fluorosis, causing dental problems like discoloration, pitting, and enamel damage.
What is the main product of burning hydrogen?
What is the main product of burning hydrogen?
Hydrogen burns cleanly, combining with oxygen to produce water as its main byproduct. No harmful greenhouse gases are released.
What is the main cause of acid rain?
What is the main cause of acid rain?
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How does noise pollution affect humans?
How does noise pollution affect humans?
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Study Notes
Waterborne Diseases
- Contaminated water is the primary cause of waterborne diseases.
Fluoride Contamination
- Fluoride contamination in drinking water causes fluorosis.
Hydrogen Energy Byproduct
- Using hydrogen as an energy source produces water as the main byproduct.
Acid Rain
- Sulfur dioxide is the primary gas responsible for acid rain.
Noise Pollution
- Noise pollution causes hearing damage in humans.
Air Pollution Sources
- Industrial emissions are a major contributor to air pollution.
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Description
This quiz covers various environmental issues, including waterborne diseases, fluoride contamination, and acid rain. Additionally, it examines the impact of hydrogen energy and noise pollution on health. Test your knowledge on these critical topics affecting our planet.
