Air Pollution
Air supplies something that we all need. What is that?
oxygen
To harm or damage something
spoil
If a question asks you to answer "where", your answer should include ____________ .
A general location or specific place
What is a landfill?
The ocean is HUGE. If we dump toxic chemicals in the ocean, the water will dilute it enough so it is no longer a danger. True or False?
False.
The toxins poison the fish and other water life. Bigger fish eat the little fish, we then eat the big fish.
What is smog?
dirty mist in the air
Destroy
If a question asks you "why", your answer should include _______ .
a reason or explanation
Why should we care if toxic substances go into the landfill?
Because the toxins soak into the ground and are absorbed by plants that we and other animals eat.
Why is it a bad idea to dump chemicals like paint thinner, cleaning supplies, used oil from cars, and bug sprays down the drains in the streets?
The drains go to the sewers and then to the rivers, so fish and water life are all harmed.
Name something that contributes to smog.
fumes from cars, trucks, factories
aerosol sprays
lighter fluid
What something is made from
substance
If a question asks you "How?", your answer should include ________ .
the way that something is done
How do farmers contribute to land pollution?
They use pesticides and fertilizers on their crops which soak into the land.
What is a "dead lake"?
A lake where algae grows, blocks light, and uses up all the oxygen. Nothing can live there anymore.
When toxic substances are in the air, how does that affect us?
we breathe them into our lungs
The waste or poisonous substances put into the air, water, or land
pollution
If a question asks you "when", your answer should include ________ .
a specific time, date, or event
What is one way that we can make sure our food is safe to eat?
Eat foods grown without the use of pesticides
What is acid rain?
When air pollution combines with water in the air, acid rain is created.
What is the purpose of a catalytic converter on modern cars?
It treats the exhaust before the fumes leave the car.
Have to do with present time
modern
If a question asks you "who?", your answer should include _______ .
information about a person or group
What is something you can do to prevent land pollution?
Recycle
How can we prevent acid rain?
Drive more fuel-efficient cars
Reduce energy consumption