Speculate the probable causes of each of the following phenomena: Insomnia, High blood pressure, partial or complete deafness Decrease in the concentration of dissolved oxygen in water and floating of dead fishes Dwindling populations of alligators were the result of hunting and loss of habitat, Inflammation in the respiratory tract of lung Decrease in the number of pollination insects

Air pollution refers to the release of pollutants into the air—pollutants which are detrimental to human health and the planet as a whole. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), each year air pollution is responsible for nearly seven million deaths around the globe. Causes of Insomnia, High blood pressure, partial or complete deafness: Air pollution is a cause of such diseases. Hypertension is an accelerating factor in the degeneration of the auditory system and hearing as people age. Low dissolved oxygen primarily results from excessive algae growth caused by high levels of nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen. This is known as water eutrophication (nutrient enrichment) resulting from anthropogenic activities such as agriculture, industry, and sewage disposal. Dwindling populations of alligators and crocodiles were the result of hunting and loss of habitat. Lung inflammation can come from exposures, infections, and diseases like asthma or bronchitis. When airborne toxins enter the lungs, irritation results. Common irritants include: Cigarette smoke, Pollutants, Chemicals, Fumes. The main problem affecting most pollinators is thought to be the loss of suitable habitat. Including forage and nesting or breeding sites.

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Assertion: A suspended particulate matter (SPM) is an important pollutant released by diesel vehicles.

Reason: Catalytic converters greatly reduce pollution caused by automobiles.

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Important Questions on Environmental Issues

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Differentiate between primary and secondary air pollutants.

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Acid rain is caused by the increase in the atmospheric concentration of :

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By scrubbers, which of the gaseous pollutant is removed?

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An example of secondary air pollutant is

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According to Central Pollution Control Board

[CPCB]

what size (in diameter) of particulate is responsible for causing greater harm to human health?

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Photochemical smog contains

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We are surrounded by smoke. Is this situation good for our health ? Give reason.

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Particulates of size pose greatest risk to human health.

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According to Supreme Court of India, ruling with respect to 'Bharat Stage VI' Norms, from which date, these are supposed to be implemented in the country?

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Match the following

	List-I		List-II
(A)	Hospital wastes	(I)	Electrostatic precipitators
(B)	${SO}_{2}$ pollution	(II)	Catalytic converters
(C)	Particulates	(III)	Scrubbers
(D)	Automobile exhausts	(IV)	Biotoilets
		(V)	Incinerators

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How is

{SO}_{2}

an air pollutant? Clarify.

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Due to increasing air-borne allergens and pollutants, many people in urban areas are suffering from respiratory disorder causing wheezing due to

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Speculate the probable causes of each of the following phenomena:

Insomnia, High blood pressure, partial or complete deafness
Decrease in the concentration of dissolved oxygen in water and floating of dead fishes
Dwindling populations of alligators were the result of hunting and loss of habitat,
Inflammation in the respiratory tract of lung
Decrease in the number of pollination insects

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Write two effects of peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN).

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Lichens are sensitive to certain air pollutants and are often replaced by other plants. From the given options choose the best combination of sensitivity and replacement of lichens.

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Percentage of oxygen present in inhaling air is

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Air pollution that occurs in sunlight is

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The gas which traps heat 20 times more than CO₂ is

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Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was amended in