Atmospheric Pollution Answers

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The ozone layer is located in the _______.

A
troposphere
B
stratosphere
C
mesosphere
D
thermosphere
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Which two layers of the atmosphere are responsible for the majority of solar radiation absorption?

A
stratosphere and troposphere
B
stratosphere and thermosphere
C
troposphere and thermosphere
D
troposphere and mesosphere
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Compare primary and secondary pollutants. Which is more harmful?

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Carbon monoxide is a common atmospheric pollutant.

A
T
B
F
5

How are the troposphere, stratosphere, and thermosphere important for supporting life on Earth? Which layer of the atmosphere is likely the most important for life on Earth?

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Explain why components that are naturally found in air can be considered air pollutants.

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Which of the following groups of people would be the least affected by air pollution?

A
people with asthma
B
infants
C
teenagers
D
the elderly
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What is a possible long-term effect of continued exposure to air pollution?

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What are some possible sources of air pollution?

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Soot results from burning organic compounds. Soot is an example of _______.

A
a primary pollutant
B
a secondary pollutant
C
a tertiary pollutant
D
none of the above

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