Impact on Atmosphere
What kind of air pollution destroys the ozone layer?
CFC's destroy the ozone layer.
What is the greenhouse affect?
It is the natural process that occurs when certain gases in the atmosphere absorb and radiate thermal energy from the sun.
What is acid precipitation?
It is when rainwater has a lower pH then 5.6
Recycling decreases land usage.
Is spraying water to clear leaves off a porch a good way to conserve water?
No, it is not a good way to save water.
What are methods we can use to eliminate all forms of pollution
What are ways you can help control greenhouse gases?
Plant trees, recycle, turn off electronics that are not in use, etc.
What causes particulate matter?
Natural processes such as volcanic eruptions and forest fires. Human activities like burning fossil fuels in power plants and vehicles.
What does composting do?
It turns organic material, bacteria, and water into extra soil, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
Most water in the United States is used by...
Power plants that use the water to generate electricity.
Decreasing the use of fossil fuels like coal and oil will decrease all forms of air pollution except...
What is CFC's? because we don't love them
What is the difference between climate change and global warming?
Climate change is the overall change in climate (Precipitation, wind, warming, cooling, etc.). Global warming only means a rise in Earth's temperature.
What causes algal blooms and as a result of them what do they cause?
Algal blooms are caused by freshwater runoff and as a result, the algal blooms can lead to dead zones.
What are three examples of what urbanization causes?
It can cause flooding, habitat destruction, deforestation, loss of farmland, and it can cause a negative impact on groundwater supplies.
What is a negative impact from dams?
They destroy the natural environment, prevent erosion, and keep species from their natural habitat.