Air Pollution
Indoor/Outdoor
What causes Air Pollution?
Air pollution is caused by a variety of things. The earth is pretty good at cleaning the air by itself. However, air pollution has grown so much, the earth can no longer clean all of it. This has started to have bad effects on the environment such as acid rain, smog and a lot of different health problems.
Outdoor Air Pollution
Pesticide Spraying
Harmful chemicals used in pesticides can contribute to air pollution.
Factorys
Smoke and fumes ocming from factories can also cause air pollution.
Cumbustion Engine Exaust
The toxins in car exaust also.
Indoor Air pollution
Cleaning chemicals
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs), for example, are gases released by many household products. They may cause problems like headaches, nausea, and irritated eyes and throat.
new carpet
Many people complain of headaches, rashes, and eye and throat irritation when carpet is installed. New carpeting, padding, and adhesive give off potentially harmful gases.
paint fumes
Paints and paint strippers can emit harmful gases.Try not to store paint cans because gases can leak, even from sealed containers
How do we prevent even more air pollution?
Cutting down on trips by car can help cut vehicle air pollution. With gasoline prices being so high recently, many people have chosen to go less distance for their summer. You can also make sure to buy non-toxic cleaning products and paint. Support action for unhealthy air by writing to your local newspaper. It would also be worth your while to let your elected representatives know that you support the clean air act.
Sites and sources
http://www.kirotv.com/news/news/50-tips-to-prevent-air-pollution/nKr3h/http://www.lbl.gov/Education/ELSI/Frames/pollution-defined-f.htmlhttp://www.lung.org/healthy-air/?gclid=CKyVn6H9m7ACFUdN4AodlVugXwhttp://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/pollution-overview/