Air Pollution

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What is air pollution?

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Air pollution refers to the presence of harmful substances in the atmosphere, which can have adverse effects on human health, the environment, and the climate.

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What are primary pollutants?

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Primary pollutants are substances that are directly emitted into the air from sources such as vehicles, industries, and natural events.

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What are secondary pollutants?

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Secondary pollutants are not emitted directly; instead, they form in the atmosphere through chemical reactions between primary pollutants and other atmospheric components.

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What is the Montreal Protocol?

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The Montreal Protocol is an international treaty adopted in 1987 to phase out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances.

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What are sulfur oxides?

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Sulfur oxides are a group of gases produced when fuels containing sulfur are burned, contributing to air pollution and acid rain.

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What is a carbon footprint?

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A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, that are emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, or product.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are the health effects of air pollution?

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Air pollution can cause respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems, and can exacerbate conditions like asthma and allergies.

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What is smog?

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Smog is a type of air pollution that is a mixture of smoke and fog, often seen in urban areas, and can be harmful to health.

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What role do trees play in air quality?

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Trees improve air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, as well as filtering pollutants from the air.