Managing Air Pollution
Smoke and acidic gases are the primary pollutants that decrease air quality and damage ecosystems.
Which two gases are mainly responsible for causing acid rain?
What is Managing Air Pollution?
"Air pollution is the presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to the health of humans and other living beings."
Which type of pollution can lead to eutrophication in lakes and rivers?
What often happens first in a pond affected by eutrophication?
Why do oxygen levels in water often fall after an algal bloom dies?
Atmospheric Pollutants
Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides dissolve in rain to form acid rain.
Acid rain kills trees and makes lakes too acidic for many organisms to survive.
Particulates (smoke) can cause global dimming and respiratory problems in humans.
Lichens are excellent bioindicators for air quality; different species grow depending on the sulfur levels.
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