Pollution

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, causing adverse effects.

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What are the main types of pollution?

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The main types of pollution are air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, and noise pollution.

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What causes air pollution?

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Air pollution is caused by emissions from vehicles, industrial processes, burning of fossil fuels, and waste disposal.

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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.

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How does air pollution affect health?

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Air pollution can cause respiratory problems, heart disease, and other health issues.

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What is haze?

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Haze is a type of air pollution that reduces visibility and is often caused by smoke, dust, or fog.

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Can indoor activities cause air pollution?

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Yes, indoor activities like cooking, using cleaning products, and burning candles can cause indoor air pollution.

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What are car emissions?

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Car emissions are gases released into the air from vehicles, contributing to air pollution.

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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 trapped heat from greenhouse gases.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.