7. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION, GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND CONTROL MEASURES

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is defined as a harmful change in the environment?

   Hint

   Think about the definitions we discussed.

2. 2.

   Name one primary air pollutant.

   Hint

   List pollutants released directly into the air.

3. 3.

   What type of pollution results from human activities?

   • Natural
   • Manmade
   • Both

   Hint

   Think of pollution causes you can see in daily life.

4. 4.

   True or False: Water pollution can affect human health.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the connection between water quality and health.

5. 5.

   Calculate the impact of increased nitrogen oxides (NOx) on air quality in a city undergoing rapid industrialization.

   Hint

   Consider both immediate health impacts and long-term ecological effects.

6. 6.

   Propose a community action plan to reduce soil pollution from agricultural runoff.

   Hint

   Think about practical steps communities can undertake together.