Types of Pollutants
What is the scientific definition of a pollutant (just ballpark)?
According to Science Direct, "any physical, chemical, biological, or radiological substance or matter that has an adverse effect on air, water, soil, or living organisms."
Essentially, any matter that is harmful towards a living thing or system of things in the environment!
What is the cerebellum?
Works to help with balance, mainly, as well as the stature of an organism.
What did the study in 2019 claim between PM2.5 and neurological disorders?
A total of six reviews, approximately, showed that PM2.5 is related to Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, stroke, depression, and anxiety.
How long does an American spend indoors, assuming after full lifespan (approximate percentage)?
Approximately 90%, so further highlights need to reduce air pollution!
What are the two phases of pollutants, from a general point of view?
What is the primary role of the frontal lobe?
The frontal lobe is crucial for ensuring the judgment and careful-planning organisms make.
What did the study represent regarding CO2 and VO2, regarding office workers and cognitive tests?
What is the occipital lobe help with?
The occipital lobe helps with eyesight, and it is crucial for sustaining quality vision.
What part of PM, or particulate matter, is very toxic to the brain?
PAHs are very detrimental to the brain, along with "neurotoxic metals and metalloids" like lead and manganese (UC Davis).
What is the amygdala?
The amygdala, although not 100% confirmed, has been linked to diseases like Alzheimers and is responsible for stress, emotion control, and adrenaline's creation of the "fight or flight" response.
What did researchers find with the study including laboratory animals?
What is the percentage of people, from the entire world, who actually breathe polluted air on a daily basis?
The answer...91%!