Understanding Pollution

What are the main types of pollution?

• Air, water, soil, noise, and light pollution.

• Urban, rural, industrial, and agricultural pollution.

• Thermal, chemical, biological, and radioactive pollution.

• Plastic, metal, glass, and paper pollution.

How does air pollution affect human health?

• Air pollution has no effect on human health whatsoever.

• Air pollution negatively impacts human health by causing respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, and increasing mortality rates.

• Air pollution only affects plants and animals, not humans.

• Air pollution improves air quality and promotes better health.

What are the effects of water pollution on ecosystems?

• Water pollution enhances biodiversity in ecosystems.

• Water pollution improves aquatic life health.

• Water pollution negatively impacts ecosystems by harming aquatic life, disrupting food chains, and reducing biodiversity.

• Water pollution has no effect on food chains.

Name two methods used to control pollution.

• Promoting fossil fuel use

• Increasing plastic production

• Stricter regulations on emissions, use of renewable energy sources

• Encouraging waste incineration

How can individuals contribute to reducing pollution?

• Individuals can contribute to reducing pollution by using public transport, recycling, conserving energy, and minimizing waste.

• Ignoring recycling programs

• Using disposable plastic products

• Driving alone everywhere