types of pollution
What is air pollution?
The presence of harmful substances in the atmosphere that affect health and the environment.
What is the main cause of air pollution in cities?
Smoke from vehicles and industries.
What gas causes the greenhouse effect?
Carbon dioxide (CO₂).
What can people do to reduce pollution from cars?
Use public transportation, walk, or bike.
What is Earth Day celebrated for?
To promote care and protection of the environment.
What kind of pollution happens when water is filled with waste or chemicals?
Water pollution.
What type of energy contributes to carbon dioxide pollution?
Fossil fuel energy.
What health problems can air pollution cause?
Respiratory diseases such as asthma and bronchitis.
What does “reduce, reuse, recycle” mean?
To produce less waste and use resources responsibly.
What organization works to protect nature and wildlife worldwide?
WWF (World Wildlife Fund).
What is the name of the pollution caused by excessive noise?
Noise pollution
Why does excessive plastic use cause pollution?
Because plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose.
What happens to marine animals when they eat plastic waste?
They can get sick or die.
What type of energy does not cause pollution?
Renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro).
What do recycling symbols on products mean?
That the material can be recycled.
What type of pollution is produced by too much artificial light?
Light pollution.
What agricultural activity releases methane into the atmosphere?
Livestock farming (raising cows and other animals).
What is global warming?
The gradual increase of Earth's temperature caused by pollution.
How can factories reduce air pollution?
By installing filters and using cleaner technologies.
What is an ecological footprint?
The measure of human impact on the environment.
What is thermal pollution?
The increase of water temperature caused by human activities, such as factory discharges.
How does deforestation contribute to pollution?
it increases CO₂ levels and reduces oxygen production.
How does acid rain affect the environment?
It damages plants, soil, and aquatic life.
What is sustainable development?
Development that meets current needs without harming future generations.
What is the main goal of environmental education?
To create awareness and responsibility toward nature.