Environmental Health: Impact on Human Well-being | Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a major type of air pollutant?

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D. Carbon dioxide

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A. Particulate matter

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B. Ozone

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C. Nitrogen dioxide

Question 2

What is the respiratory system's primary defense mechanism against inhaled particles?

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Cilia

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Mucosa

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Alveoli

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Diaphragm

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

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Nitrogen

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Carbon dioxide

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Water vapor

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Methane

Question 4

What is the primary cause of acid rain?

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Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides

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Carbon monoxide and particulate matter

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Greenhouse gases

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Industrial waste

Question 5

What is the main source of lead pollution that enters our environment?

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Cars and trucks that burn gasoline

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Factories that release chemicals

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Natural gas used for heating homes

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Coal mining activities

Question 6

Which of these gases is primarily responsible for trapping heat in our atmosphere, causing climate change?

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Hydrogen

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Chlorofluorocarbons

Question 7

What is a potential health risk associated with extreme heat events?

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Heatstroke

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Hypothermia

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Frostbite

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Sunburn

Question 8

How do forests help regulate our climate?

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They capture carbon dioxide from the air

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They release oxygen into the air

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They cause rain to fall

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They reflect sunlight back into space

Question 9

What's one thing you can do to reduce air pollution?

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Take the bus or train instead of driving alone

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Burn more fossil fuels

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Remove the pollution control device from my car

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Support factories that increase their emissions

Question 10

How can poor air quality affect our health?

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It can increase asthma and other lung problems

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It can make our lungs work better

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It can reduce our risk of heart disease

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It can help us think more clearly

Question 11

How do environmental health issues, like air pollution, interact with social and economic factors to create differences in health outcomes?

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Social and economic factors, like income and education, can affect access to healthcare and healthy environments.

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Air pollution affects everyone equally, regardless of their background.

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Health disparities only occur in poor countries.

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Environmental health issues are not influenced by human activities.

Question 12

Which of the following is a primary air pollutant emitted by vehicles?

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Carbon monoxide

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Carbon dioxide

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Ozone

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Lead

Question 13

What is the ozone layer, and why is it crucial to human health?

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A layer in the atmosphere that protects us from harmful UV radiation

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A layer in the atmosphere that traps heat

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A layer in the atmosphere that produces oxygen

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A layer in the atmosphere that causes acid rain

Question 14

Which of the following is a responsible method for disposing of electronic waste?

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Recycling it through authorized programs

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Throwing it in the regular trash

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Burning it

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Donating it to a charity

Question 15

Which of the following air pollutants is a primary cause of respiratory problems and cardiovascular diseases?

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Carbon monoxide

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Water vapor

Question 16

Explain the distinction between point and non-point sources of pollution?

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Point sources emit pollutants from a specific location, while non-point sources emit pollutants from many diffuse sources.

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Non-point sources emit pollutants from a specific location, while point sources emit pollutants from many diffuse sources.

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Point sources are always intentional, whereas non-point sources are always unintentional.

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Non-point sources are always intentional, whereas point sources are always unintentional.

Question 17

Which of the following is not a health risk associated with ozone exposure?

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Improved lung function

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Respiratory irritation

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Heightened risk of asthma

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Eye irritation

Question 18

What is a potential disease one can contract from water contaminated with bacteria?

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Typhoid

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Polio

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Influenza

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Mumps

Question 19

What is the primary greenhouse gas released by human activities, contributing to climate change?

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Carbon dioxide

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Water vapor

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of climate change on human well-being?

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Enhanced mental well-being

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Increased risk of heat-related illnesses

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Respiratory problems due to air pollution

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Reduced access to nutritious food

Question 21

Which US government agency is primarily responsible for regulating air pollution?

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Question 22

Which international agreement aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change?

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Paris Agreement

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Kyoto Protocol

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Montreal Protocol

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Vienna Convention

Question 23

Which of the following is an indication of water pollution?

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Presence of foul odor and discoloration

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High levels of dissolved oxygen

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Absence of pathogens

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Regular use of chlorine treatment

Question 24

Which water source is most likely to be contaminated with harmful substances?

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Well water

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Municipal water supply

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Bottled water

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Spring water

Question 25

What is the name of the global agreement designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

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Paris Agreement

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Montreal Protocol

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Kyoto Protocol

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Stockholm Convention

Question 26

What is the primary responsibility of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States?

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Regulating environmental pollution

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Providing environmental health education

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Protecting endangered species

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Managing national parks

Question 27

Which of the following energy sources is not considered renewable?

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Fossil fuels

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Solar energy

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Wind energy

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Hydropower

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a harmful air pollutant that can negatively impact human health?

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Sunlight

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Ozone

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Carbon monoxide

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Nitrogen oxides

Question 29

What is a potential health effect of extreme heat?

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Both heat exhaustion and heat stroke

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Heat exhaustion

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Heat stroke

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Hyperthermia

Question 30

How does air pollution contribute to respiratory problems like asthma?

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By irritating and inflaming the airways

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By reducing oxygen levels

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By thickening mucus membranes

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By causing allergies

Question 31

Which of these is an example of a non-point source of water pollution?

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Agricultural runoff

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Sewage treatment plants

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Factories

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Mining operations

Question 32

A community's drinking water is contaminated with high levels of lead. Who is most likely to suffer the most severe health effects from drinking this water?

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A pregnant woman

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A young child

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A healthy adult

Question 33

What is the main way water filtration systems make water safe to drink?

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They remove harmful things like bacteria and chemicals.

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They add good minerals to the water.

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They only change how the water tastes.

Question 34

Which air pollutant is a primary cause of respiratory issues like asthma and bronchitis?

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Nitrogen dioxide

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Carbon monoxide

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Ozone

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Lead

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of climate change on human health?

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Improved air quality

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Heat-related illnesses

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Increased risk of infectious diseases

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Respiratory problems

Question 36

Which water treatment method is used to eliminate bacteria and other harmful microorganisms?

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Chlorination

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Filtration

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Distillation

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Reverse osmosis

Question 37

What is the main greenhouse gas released by humans through their activities?

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Nitrous oxide

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Water vapor

Question 38

How does climate change affect the distribution and activity of disease-carrying insects?

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It can expand their range and increase their activity

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It can reduce their abundance and make them less active

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It has no effect on insect distribution or activity

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It increases their size and makes them more aggressive

Question 39

Which of the following is a known air pollutant that can cause cancer?

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Benzene

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Water vapor

Question 40

Which of these can be a source of disease-causing bacteria in drinking water?

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Contamination from sewage or animal waste

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High levels of minerals

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Boiling the water

Question 41

Which aspect of climate change poses the most significant health threat to humans?

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Extreme weather events like heat waves and floods

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Changes in plant and animal life

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Gradual temperature increases

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Sea level rise

Question 42

How does climate change affect air quality?

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It can lead to higher levels of ozone and smog.

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It can decrease air temperature.

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It can reduce air humidity.

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It has no effect on air quality.

Question 43

What is a potential long-term health effect of air pollution exposure?

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Cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke

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Nausea

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Minor headaches

Question 44

Which of these is NOT a recommended strategy to lessen the health effects of climate change?

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Increasing the use of fossil fuels

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Promoting energy efficiency

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Investing in renewable energy sources

Question 45

How can individuals take action to improve environmental quality and protect their own health?

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Conserving resources, reducing waste, and making sustainable choices in daily life.

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Blaming others for environmental problems

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Ignoring environmental issues

Question 46

Which air pollutant is most harmful to our lungs and heart, often leading to breathing problems and heart disease?

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Particulate matter

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Ozone

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Nitrogen dioxide

Question 47

What is the main source of lead pollution that can harm our bodies?

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Old paint and car exhaust

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Paint and pigments

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Agricultural runoff

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Industrial emissions

Question 48

How does climate change make heat-related illnesses like heatstroke more common?

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It causes more frequent and intense heat waves.

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It reduces the need for heating systems.

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It improves air quality.

Question 49

What can you wear to protect yourself from harmful air pollution?

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A mask

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Smoking indoors

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Opening windows to let in fresh air

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Exercising outdoors during peak traffic hours

Question 50

How does having clean water and proper sanitation help keep people healthy?

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It stops the spread of diseases that come from dirty water.

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It increases political stability.

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It improves the economy.

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It has no significant impact on public health.

Question 51

How can we reduce our impact on the environment and fight climate change?

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Use renewable energy like solar and wind power, and drive less.

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Take frequent vacations by plane.

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Eat a lot of meat.

Question 52

What is a big advantage of recycling?

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It helps us save natural resources that we need.

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It increases pollution.

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It wastes energy.

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It has no environmental benefits.

Question 53

How can we make our communities healthier for the environment?

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Join cleanup events and ask for laws that protect the environment.

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Litter.

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Don't use reusable shopping bags.