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4. Environmental Pollution and Waste Management
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What is environmental pollution?
Hint
Think about air, water, and soil characteristics.
- 2.
Name one type of pollution.
Hint
Consider common sources in cities.
- 3.
What defines environmental pollution?
- Changes that enhance ecosystems
- Harmful changes to the environment
- Less waste generation
Hint
Consider what pollution does to natural habitats.
- 4.
True or False: Water pollution only affects aquatic animals.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about the water cycle.
- 5.
Calculate the potential reduction in waste if a city implemented a comprehensive recycling program that encourages 50% of households to recycle.
Hint
Think about how household waste adds up in a city.
- 6.
Propose a solution for a coastal city facing significant water pollution from runoff.
Hint
Consider how natural barriers can help prior to water entering the sea.
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