18 Questions
What was the major cause of the 'Great Killer Fog' in 1952 in London?
Coal burning during residential heating
How long did the 'Great Killer Fog' in London last in 1952?
Over 4 days
What was the result of the 'Great Killer Fog' in London on the number of deaths during December 1952 to February 1953?
About 12000 excess deaths
In response to the 'Great Killer Fog' event, what did the Parliament pass in 1956?
Clean Air Act
What is the term used when fog and smoke combine to decrease visibility and cause health issues?
Smog
Which valley experienced a similar air pollution event known as the Meuse Valley fog event?
Meuse Valley
What were the primary sources of air pollution during the Meuse Valley fog event?
Power stations, factories, and domestic coal burning
What meteorological conditions contributed to the Meuse Valley fog event?
Low temperatures and calm winds
What was the primary effect of the Meuse Valley fog event on the local population?
Increased rates of respiratory illnesses and deaths
Which of the following was a key factor in the 1948 Donora Smog event?
Presence of sulfur dioxide in the fog
What geographic feature contributed to the severity of both the Meuse Valley fog event and the Donora Smog?
Valley topography
Which populations were most vulnerable to the health effects of the air pollution events described in the text?
The elderly and the young
What are the chronic health effects of long-term exposure to ozone?
Accelerated lung damage that is irreversible
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of mercury poisoning?
Headache
What is the primary characteristic of dioxins?
They are highly persistent in the environment
What is an air toxic?
A pollutant that is known or suspected to cause cancer or other serious health effects
Which system of the body is affected by chronic, low-level exposure to mercury?
Respiratory system
What was a significant factor that led to major air pollution events during the first part of the 20th century?
The dramatically increasing emission of air pollutants
Explore the deadly fog event that occurred in Eastern Belgium in 1930, caused by heavy industrialization and air pollution sources. Learn about how meteorological conditions and topography played a crucial role in creating the dense fog that led to severe environmental and health impacts.
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