Flammable Residents
Risk Society
Air pollution
100

Why does Ramiro love Flammable?

He loves the tranquility, community, and atmosphere 

100

Who has control over the scientific agenda?

Private corporations

100

Name one effect that living in a highly polluted place like Flammable can cause.

lung irritation, Cancer, headache, asthma, respitory illnesses, coughing, throat irritation...

200

What was the "Jefe and Jefa" paperwork Sandra and her husband were filling out?

Government funding 

200

What is the motive behind technological developments?

Economic growth

200

how much are lead tests?

around $30 to $67

300

What do outsiders usually interview Flammable residents about?

Pollution

300

What are Mental Frameworks?

social experiences that determine how people interpret and understand dangers and risks

300

What is environmental neglect?

failure to care for environment, resulting in pollution that can negatively impact an individual's health

400

Name two types of illness Sandra's kids had

Convulsions, Stomachache, or headache 

400

How does racism play a role in unevenly distributed risks?

Minorities don't have same work or educational opportunities, leads to living in polluted neighborhoods

400

what are some examples of air pollution?

Household combustion devices, motor vehicles, industrial facilities and forest fires are common sources of air pollution.

500

Why do Flammable residents not feel secure?

They don't have an appointed authority figure

500

how much are lead tests?

around $33 - $67

500

What is the percentage of people who do not carry the specific resistance gene?

40%

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