Flammable Residents
Why does Ramiro love Flammable?
He loves the tranquility, community, and atmosphere
Who has control over the scientific agenda?
Private corporations
Name one effect that living in a highly polluted place like Flammable can cause.
lung irritation, Cancer, headache, asthma, respitory illnesses, coughing, throat irritation...
What was the "Jefe and Jefa" paperwork Sandra and her husband were filling out?
Government funding
What is the motive behind technological developments?
Economic growth
how much are lead tests?
around $30 to $67
What do outsiders usually interview Flammable residents about?
Pollution
What are Mental Frameworks?
social experiences that determine how people interpret and understand dangers and risks
What is environmental neglect?
failure to care for environment, resulting in pollution that can negatively impact an individual's health
Name two types of illness Sandra's kids had
Convulsions, Stomachache, or headache
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
what are some examples of air pollution?
Household combustion devices, motor vehicles, industrial facilities and forest fires are common sources of air pollution.
Why do Flammable residents not feel secure?
They don't have an appointed authority figure
how much are lead tests?
around $33 - $67
What is the percentage of people who do not carry the specific resistance gene?
40%