3.3. Application-Based Concerns

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a pollutant?

   Hint

   Think about environmental health.

2. 2.

   Give an example of an organic compound.

   Hint

   Consider compounds containing carbon.

3. 3.

   What is the main concern regarding heavy metals?

   • They are harmless
   • They can accumulate and become toxic
   • They have no industrial applications

   Hint

   Think about their behavior in living organisms.

4. 4.

   True or False: All organic compounds are harmful to health.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the role of organic materials.

5. 5.

   Analyze a scenario where a new industrial facility plans to use a solvent. What steps should be taken to assess its impact on health and environment?

   Hint

   Consider the full cycle from use to disposal.

6. 6.

   Discuss how the classification of chemicals into organic and inorganic can influence regulatory policies on environmental safety.

   Hint

   Link it to specific case studies if possible.