Types of Pollution
What type of pollution is smoke an example of?
Air pollution!
Our population is getting bigger, and more people want cars. The more cars there are, the more polluted the air will become.
Which statement is the BEST way to solve this problem? a)refuse to give out any more drivers’ licenses b)make cars that produce less air pollution c) refuse to sell any more cars to people
b)make cars that produce less air pollution
What is litter?
trash or garbage (something we throw away!)
What are the 3 R's?
Reduce
Reuse
Recycle
What type of pollution are chemicals, medicine, and oil an example of?
Water pollution!
Which of these would MOST LIKELY be a direct effect of dumping plastic bags in a forest? a)The bags would break down dead plants b)The bags would provide food for plants c)Animals would be hurt by trying to eat the bags
c) Animals would be hurt by trying to eat the bags
What is pollution?
Anything that hurts our environment!
How can we reduce the amount of land pollution?
By recycling things, reusing things and reducing our waste
Where does our oxygen come from?
Trees
What type of pollution is an airplane or loud radio an example of?
Noise pollution!
What is a good way to protect our environment? a)share a car to school or work. b)throw trash out the window of your car c)leave the lights on in your house when you are not home
a)share a car to school or work.
What is our environment?
The world and everything around us!
What kind of pollution is nuclear waste/nuclear bombs and radiation an example of?
Radioactive pollution!
What could happen if polluted water runs into a river? a)Water plants would grow larger b)Some fish and plants might die c) There will be more fish in the river
b)Some fish and plants might die
What is part of our environment? Name 3 things.
trees, people, plants, animals, air - and anything else that is around us!
Name 3 things that can be recycled.
plastic, glass, bottles, paper, aluminum, tin cardboard
Why is thermal pollution bad?
Changes in water temperature mean fish and ocean wildlife die and the oceans become more toxic
What are 8 kinds of pollution?
1. Land/Soil
2. Air
3. Water
4. Noise
5. Light
6. Visual
7. Thermal
8. Radioactive
What effect does acid rain have on our environment?
Kills trees and makes plants have holes in their leaves
What does noise pollution mean?
Anything that hurts or damages our ears!
What is the cleanest place on Earth?
Antartica!
Which country pollutes the most?
China