Indoor Air Pollution

Which of the following is NOT a cause of indoor air pollution?

• Dust

• Pet hair

• Carbon monoxide

• Air fresheners

What is the most harmful indoor pollutant?

• Dust

• Carbon monoxide

• Radon

• Ozone

What can you do to avoid indoor air pollution?

• have plants inside to clean air

• vacuum regularly to suction polutants

• using air fresheners to eliminate odors

• open windows and ventilate the house

How is carbon monoxide formed?

• Through the burning of wood, coal, oil, or gas

• Through the use of air fresheners

• Through the presence of pet hair

• Through the use of oil-based paints

Which of the following is a dangerous pollutant that can seep through cracks in basement floors and walls?

• Dust

• Carbon monoxide

• Radon

• Ozone

Some substances that cause _______________ air pollution, such as dust and pet hair, bother only those people who are sensitive to them.

• outdoor

• indoor

• semi-hazardous

• eco-friendly

Which indoor air pollutant has such small particles that it must be removed by highly qualified contractors to prevent the concentration from being higher after removal?

• asbestos

• mold

• radon

• VOCs

Which is a natural indoor air pollutant?

• carbon monoxide

• radon

• nitrogen oxide

Which of the following is a common source of indoor air pollution?

• Cooking appliances

• Houseplants

• Ceramic tiles

• Glass windows

What is a common health effect of prolonged exposure to indoor air pollution?

• Improved lung function

• Increased energy levels

• Respiratory issues

• Enhanced immune response