10 Questions
What is the primary cause of increased air pollution in modern times?
Industrialization, motorized vehicles, and population growth
Which of the following is an example of a secondary pollutant formed from transportation emissions?
Peroxyacyl nitrates (PAN)
How do motorized vehicles contribute to air pollution?
By releasing harmful gases and particulate matter into the atmosphere
What type of pollutants are directly emitted from transportation sources?
Primary pollutants
What is the primary reason for the increasing air pollution problem in recent times?
The Earth's inability to absorb and purify pollutants
Which of the following statements about air pollution is true, according to the text?
Humans first experienced air pollution when they built fires in poorly ventilated caves
Which of the following statements is true about primary and secondary pollutants?
Secondary pollutants are formed from the reaction of primary pollutants
What is the primary reason for the increasing concern over air pollution in recent times?
The impact of air pollution on human health and the environment
Which of the following is NOT a contributing factor to the growing air pollution problem?
Increased use of renewable energy sources
What is the primary source of air pollution, according to the text?
Human activities and modern lifestyle
Test your knowledge on the two main sources of pollutants in urban areas - transportation (especially automobiles) and fuel combustion from stationary sources. Learn about natural sources of pollutants like volcanic eruptions and decomposition of organic matter under anaerobic conditions.
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