Science

Pollution of Air and Water

Question:

At an individual level, how can you help reduce air pollution?

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An individual can reduce air pollution by:
(i)Avoiding the use of cars as much as possible and by using public transport whenever possible.
(ii)By not using vehicles for short distances.
(iii)By using clean fuels such as LPG and CNG instead of diesel and petrol.
(iv)Always disposing the garbage properly and not burning it.(v)Controlling the emissions from vehicles and household chimneys.
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Questions and Answers

Pollution of Air and Water

Q 1.

You are a member of the municipal body of your town. Make a list of measures that would help your town to ensure the supply of clean water to all its residents.
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Q 2.

At an individual level, how can you help reduce air pollution?
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Q 3.

What are the different ways in which water gets contaminated?
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Q 4.

Explain the differences between pure air and polluted air.
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Q 5.

Describe the 'Greenhouse Effect in your own words.
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Q 6.

Explain circumstances leading to acid rain. How does acid rain affect us?
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Q 7.

Why does the increased level of nutrients in the water affect the survival of aquatic organisms?
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Q 8.

Prepare a brief speech on global warming. You have to deliver the speech in your class.
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Q 9.

Clear, transparent water is always fit for drinking. Comment.
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Q 10.

Describe the threat to the beauty of the Taj Mahal.

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