Question

Given below is a representation of a type pollution.

Study the picture and answer the questions :

1) Name the type of pollution shown in the picture

2) Name one source of this pollution

3) How does this pollution affect human health?

4) Write one measure to reduce this pollution

5) State one gaseous compound that leads to the depletion of the ozone layer and creates ‘Ozone holes’.

Answer 1

1) Air pollution

2) Smoke from vehicles

3) Air pollution results in respiratory problems, lung disorders etc

4) a) Use of unleaded petrol and of CNG.

b) Switching off automobile engines at red lights and when not in use.

5) CFC’s (chlorofluorocarbons) released from refrigerators, aerosol-sprayers etc.