Causes
True or False:
Forest Fires and Volcanic eruptions can cause pollution.
True
What are pollutants?
They are waste products.
True or False?
Technology makes it possible for industries to operate cleaner factories.
True
Before cars were popular, what was the biggest contributor to pollution?
Factories
What is so bad about acid rain?
It can cause crops to die and soil not able to grow food.
Name two things humans do the the environment to change it.
Cut down trees, dam rivers, burn coal or oil, build bridges, etc
What are the three main types of pollution?
Air, ground, and water.
What types of things can each person do reduce pollution in the ocean?
Pick up trash, collect at least 10 pieces of plastic litter.
Name one country in the world that is a big polluter.
#1. China
#2. USA
#3. India
#4. Russia
Why is water pollution bad?
It can kill fish and other aquatic life.
Name two fossil fuels.
coal, oil, gasoline, natural gas, etc.
When pollutants combine with water in the atmosphere, what can they cause?
Acid Rain
What is it called when something is good for the environment and people?
Sustainable
How do people's every-day lives contribute to pollution?
What happens to people who breathe in pollution?
They can get allergies, asthma, cancer, and other health problems.
Why is plastic bad for the environment?
The chemicals used to create them gets into the ground and kills plants and fish.
What happens when pollutants combine with ground water like rivers?
It can damage or ruin soil or make people sick.
Reusing products or turning them into new products makes it so we don't put more pollution into the world.
How are developed nations different from undeveloped nations when it comes to pollution?
Developed nations have more pollution than undeveloped nations.
How does pollution affect the weather?
The hot air is being trapped and causing the planet's temperature to increase too much!
How is industry related to innovation?
Innovation leads to more industry.
What are carbon dioxide emissions?
Carbon Dioxide pollution released into the air.
What can be done with food waste instead of sending it to the dump?
It can be composted and turned into healthy dirt that is good for crops!
Does wind affect pollution? Why?
Yes! It can spread dust and sand.
What's the worst that can happen? (name 2 things)
Coasts will flood, fires will happen, rain will fall in places it didn't used to and not in places it should.
Why are pesticides good and bad?
Good: Chemicals used in pesticides can save crops from bugs and diseases giving us more food to eat.
Bad: Chemicals used in pesticides are dangerous and can cause serious health issues (including death) if they are breathed or swallowed.
What is regulation?
Regulation is a form of control from the government.