4.2 - Properties of Pollutants
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Practice Questions
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List the three pathways of pollutant exposure.
💡 Hint: Think about how substances can enter the body.
What does a receptor refer to in environmental science?
💡 Hint: Consider who can experience the effects of pollution.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary way pollutants enter the body through air?
💡 Hint: It’s about how you breathe in.
True or False: Dermal contact is a pathway of exposure.
💡 Hint: Think about skin contact with chemicals.
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Consider a new factory that has just been built near a residential area. Design a study to assess the potential health impacts on the community, considering pollutant pathways, sources, and risk factors.
💡 Hint: Consider both direct and indirect exposure pathways.
Evaluate the effectiveness of a regulatory policy aimed at reducing emissions from vehicles. Discuss what data you would collect and how it relates to public health.
💡 Hint: Think about the correlation between pollutant levels and health outcomes.
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