5.3. Decision Making in Environmental Policies

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is an aerosol?

   Hint

   Think about particles floating in the atmosphere.

2. 2.

   What major source contributes to air pollution?

   Hint

   Consider activities that involve burning fuel.

3. 3.

   What is the primary source of air pollution?

   • Agriculture
   • Combustion
   • Transportation

   Hint

   Think about common sources of pollution in cities.

4. 4.

   True or False: The CPCB focuses on regulating only water quality.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the range of environmental issues they handle.

5. 5.

   Propose a policy that balances air quality improvement with economic growth for a city experiencing poor air quality.

   Hint

   Consider the needs of both the environment and the economy.

6. 6.

   Analyze data showing increased smog levels in a city. What recommendations would you make?

   Hint

   Think about the sources of pollution and how they can be mitigated through policy.