Ohh no, the Ozone!
This molecule consists of three Oxygen atoms
Ozone (O3)
This renewable energy source can reduce particulate matter pollution by replacing diesel generators.
solar energy
A pollutant that is emitted directly from a source, such as smoke from a tailpipe, is known as what type of pollutant?
Primary Pollutant
What is the chemical formula for Carbon Monoxide?
CO
This greenhouse gas is used by plants during photosynthesis.
Carbon Dioxide
Is ground-level ozone good or bad for humans?
Bad — it irritates lungs and worsens asthma.
Switching to electric vehicles reduces emissions of these primary atmospheric pollutants.
nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter
What everyday products release VOCs?
Paints, cleaners, and gasoline.
What is the main source of nitrogen oxides?
Vehicle engines and power plants.
Which greenhouse gas comes from automobiles?
Nitrous Oxide
"Good" ozone in the Stratosphere protects Earth from what?
UV Radiation
This renewable fuel made from organic material can reduce net carbon emissions if sustainably managed.
Biomass Energy
Coal burning releases what heavy metal that builds up in fish?
Mercury
Which of the following is a corrosive gas that comes primarily from burning coal?
Sulfur Dioxide
Which greenhouse gas traps the majority of outgoing infrared radiation?
Water vapor
The greenhouse effect happens when?
The ozone layer is decreased.
This long-term atmospheric benefit results from replacing fossil fuels with renewables.
reduced greenhouse gas concentrations and improved air quality
Which indoor air pollutant is commonly found in older homes due to old plumbing?
Lead
Which gas is the primary cause of industrial acid rain?
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
Greenhouse gases warm the atmosphere by absorbing this type of radiation.
Infared Radiation
Which of the following chemicals is responsible for destroying the stratospheric ozone layer?
Chlorine
Installing wind and solar power reduces air pollution because they produce energy without this.
combustion
What is the most common VOC found in indoor furniture and carpets?
Formaldehyde
What fuel is most associated with sulfur dioxide?
Coal
Methane is produced under these oxygen-poor conditions
Anaerobic Conditions