ENVIRONMENT BASICS
What do we call everything around us, including land, air, water, and buildings?
Environment
What type of pollution comes from loud sounds?
Noise Pollution
What happens when people throw garbage in the wrong place?
Pollution
What can dirty food or water cause?
Diseases
What should we do before throwing away garbage?
Sort it
Name one thing in the environment made by nature.
Trees / air / water / land
What type of pollution makes air dirty with smoke and dust?
Air pollution
What do we call a place where garbage is buried?
Landfill
What health problem affects breathing?
Respiratory disease
What is one way to reduce plastic waste?
Use reusable bags
Why is a clean environment important for our health?
It helps keep us healthy and prevents disease
What type of pollution happens when water has bacteria or chemicals?
Water pollution
Why are pesticides harmful to soil and water?
They contain chemicals that cause pollution
What illness can loud noise cause to our ears?
Hearing loss / ringing in the ears
What does “reuse” mean?
Use something again instead of throwing it away
Name two parts of the environment created by humans.
Buildings, roads, bridges
Garbage → ______ pollution
Land / soil pollution
How does burning garbage affect the air?
It releases toxic smoke and gases
How can pollution affect our mind? Name one effect.
Stress, feeling moody, mental illness
Why is planting trees good for the environment?
They absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen
Explain how the environment can affect both our body and mind.
It can cause illnesses and affect feelings like stress or mood
Name four types of pollution that affect human health.
Air, water, land/soil, noise
Explain how factories can cause both air and water pollution.
Smoke pollutes air; waste water pollutes water
Explain how polluted water can cause disease in humans.
It contains bacteria or toxins that make people sick
Name three responsible actions people can do to protect the environment.
Recycle, save energy, keep places clean, plant trees