Air Pollution - Introduction

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This quiz will test on the general knowledge of air.

Questions and Answers

1.

What are the three major gases found in air?
- A.
  
  Methane, oxygen, carbon dioxide
- B.
  
  Nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide
- C.
  
  Oxygen, argon, nitrogen
Correct Answer
C. Oxygen, argon, nitrogen

Explanation
Nitrogen - 78%
Oxygen - 21%
Argon - 0.9%

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2.

How many layers can the Earth's Atmosphere be divided into?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  6
Correct Answer
A. 5

Explanation
From the bottom:
Troposphere
Stratosphere
Mesosphere
Thermosphere
Exosphere

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3.

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- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Air pollution is the introduction of chemicals, particulate matter, or biological materials into the atmosphere that can cause harm or discomfort to living organisms and/or damages the environment

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4.

Name some Air Pollutants
- A.
  
  Sodium hydroxide, ozone, carbon monoxide
- B.
  
  Methane, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides
- C.
  
  CFCs, calcium oxide, oxygen
Correct Answer
B. Methane, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides

Explanation
The given answer correctly lists methane, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides as air pollutants. Methane is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. Sulfur dioxide is released from burning fossil fuels and industrial processes, leading to acid rain and respiratory issues. Nitrogen oxides are produced from vehicle emissions and industrial combustion, causing smog and respiratory problems. These pollutants have significant environmental and health impacts, making it important to monitor and reduce their emissions.

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5.

Air pollution can be divided in to __ types

Correct Answer
2
two

Explanation
Air pollution can be divided into 2 types:
The release of particles into the air from combustion of fuel (e.g. Diesel smoke, soot, etc.)
Also referred to as “black carbon” pollution

The release of noxious gases
Sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, etc.

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Air Pollution - Introduction

What are the three major gases found in air?

How many layers can the Earth's Atmosphere be divided into?

Slide 5SlideAarsdscfdsafs•Air Pollution brings benefits to man and the environment, true or false?f

Name some Air Pollutants

Air pollution can be divided in to __ types