Environmental Health

Question 1

Which of the following is the main benefit of ozone?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the Sun

Question 2

Since the implementation of the Clean Air Act, the concentrations of all major air pollutants have decreased.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

T

Question 3

Besides air pollution, four other important types of pollution are soil, water, waste, and __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

noise

Question 4

Which of these is a source for particulate matter in the air?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 5

The US Environmental Protection Agency issues a daily report for pollution levels called the __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Air Quality Index

Question 6

How can you improve indoor air quality?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

increasing ventilation in enclosed spaces

Question 7

The most common source of carbon monoxide pollution is vehicle exhaust. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

T

Question 8

The US Congress is the organization responsible for setting up environmental protection regulations that are enforced by local and state authorities.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

F

Question 9

Which of the following are two mechanisms for water pollution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

direct and indirect

Question 10

Exposure to noise pollution for extended periods of time can cause sleeplessness and high blood pressure.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

T

Environmental Health Answers