Air Pollution - Introduction
This quiz will test on the general knowledge of air.
Questions and Answers
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What are the three major gases found in air?
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Methane, oxygen, carbon dioxide
- B.
Nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide
- C.
Oxygen, argon, nitrogen
Correct Answer
C. Oxygen, argon, nitrogenExplanation
Nitrogen - 78%
Oxygen - 21%
Argon - 0.9%Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many layers can the Earth's Atmosphere be divided into?
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5
- B.
4
- C.
6
Correct Answer
A. 5Explanation
From the bottom:
Troposphere
Stratosphere
Mesosphere
Thermosphere
ExosphereRate this question:
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- 3.
Slide 5SlideAarsdscfdsafs•Air Pollution brings benefits to man and the environment, true or false?f
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Air pollution is the introduction of chemicals, particulate matter, or biological materials into the atmosphere that can cause harm or discomfort to living organisms and/or damages the environmentRate this question:
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- 4.
Name some Air Pollutants
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Sodium hydroxide, ozone, carbon monoxide
- B.
Methane, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides
- C.
CFCs, calcium oxide, oxygen
Correct Answer
B. Methane, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxidesExplanation
The given answer correctly lists methane, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides as air pollutants. Methane is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. Sulfur dioxide is released from burning fossil fuels and industrial processes, leading to acid rain and respiratory issues. Nitrogen oxides are produced from vehicle emissions and industrial combustion, causing smog and respiratory problems. These pollutants have significant environmental and health impacts, making it important to monitor and reduce their emissions.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Air pollution can be divided in to __ types
Correct Answer
2
twoExplanation
Air pollution can be divided into 2 types:
The release of particles into the air from combustion of fuel (e.g. Diesel smoke, soot, etc.)
Also referred to as “black carbon” pollution
The release of noxious gases
Sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, etc.Rate this question:
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