POLLUTANTS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

It is a material produced naturally or artificially that harms the environment.

• agent

• pollutant

• trash

• toxic chemical

This happens when there is sudden unfavorable change in the characteristics of air, water and land.

• contamination

• ecological imbalance

• impurity

• pollution

Carbon Dioxide is a pollutant found in_______.

• air

• noise

• soil

• water

Which of the following BEST describes biodegradable pollutants?

• an example of this material is a domestic sewage

• a massive quantity of these materials causes harm in the environment

• these are materials that decompose slowly through natural or artificial methods

• a material that quickly decays and piles up and may result in damaging the environment

The following are example of non-degradable pollutant, EXCEPT:

• DDT

• metalic oxides

• paper

• salt

The following describes water pollution, EXCEPT:

• A degradation produce by aerosols.

• An occurrence that contaminate bodies of water.

• Primary source of this pollution comes from food wastes, oils and detergent.

• It is a condition where materials are found in the water which harms the environment.

It is an example of common air pollutant.

• chlorine

• fertilizer

• hydrocarbon

• supersonic airplane

What is a common source of noise pollution in urban areas?

• birds chirping

• running water

• traffic congestion

• wind blowing

Which of the following contributes to land pollution?

• planting trees

• recycling plastic bottles

• improper disposal of plastic materials

• composting orgnic matter

How does long-term exposure to air pollution primarily impact human health?

• increased risk of sunburn

• elevated levels of vitamin intake

• respiratory issues and cardiovascular diseases

• improve immune system function