Environmental Health Hazards Quiz

Methane is a significant greenhouse gas contributing to global warming.

Particulate matter from solid fuel combustion is a major source of indoor air pollution.

Nitrogen dioxide is a key component of smog pollution.

Acid rain describes the phenomenon of pollutants being removed from the atmosphere by precipitation.

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are the primary cause of ozone layer depletion.

Exposure to air pollution can lead to increased blood pressure.

Exposure to asbestos is linked to an increased risk of lung cancer.

The greenhouse effect is the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Exposure to lead is associated with increased risk of osteoporosis.

Coal-fired power plants are a primary source of mercury pollution in water bodies.

Industrial emissions are the main source of outdoor air pollution in cities.

Sulfur dioxide is a major contributor to the formation of acid rain.

Chemicals are not typically considered biological hazards.

Malaria is a vector-borne disease influenced by environmental factors.

Eutrophication refers to the overgrowth of algae caused by nutrient pollution.

Exposure to pesticides is associated with an increased risk of neurological disorders.

Exposure to electromagnetic fields is associated with an increased risk of cancer.