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Air pollution is caused by both natural events and human activities, leading to harmful substances in the air that affect health and the environment. Key contributors include vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, and the burning of fossil fuels, which result in respiratory diseases and contribute to global warming. Measures to control air pollution involve promoting cleaner fuels and regulating emissions.

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Air pollution is caused by both natural events and human activities, leading to harmful substances in the air that affect health and the environment. Key contributors include vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, and the burning of fossil fuels, which result in respiratory diseases and contribute to global warming. Measures to control air pollution involve promoting cleaner fuels and regulating emissions.

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Introduction

Air pollution occurs when the air contains harmful or undesirable substances, either from natural or
human activities. These substances, known as pollutants, can negatively impact human health,
plants, animals, and the environment. The rise in pollutant levels results in polluted air, a significant
global concern.

Key Points on Air Pollution

1. Natural Causes of Air Pollution

Dust and Sand Particles: Strong winds carry large quantities of dust and sand across regions.

Forest Fires: Release smoke and carbon monoxide into the atmosphere.

Volcanic Eruptions: Emit ash and gases like sulfur dioxide.

Pollination: Pollen grains can cause allergic reactions in humans.

2. Human Activities Leading to Air Pollution

Burning fossil fuels (coal, petrol, diesel) for electricity or vehicles releases harmful gases like carbon
monoxide and nitrogen oxides.

Use of inefficient cooking stoves contributes to smoke and harmful gases.

Improper disposal of waste, especially plastics, releases toxic substances when burned.

Pesticides used in agriculture emit pollutants

3. Vehicular Pollution

Emissions from vehicles release hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter, worsening
air quality in urban areas.
4. Industrial Emissions

Factories discharge harmful gases, leading to severe air quality issues.

5. Acid Rain

Pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides mix with water vapor, forming acid rain that harms
plants, animals, and buildings.

6. Health Impacts

Polluted air causes respiratory diseases like asthma, bronchitis, and allergies.

7. Global Warming

Greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide contribute to climate change and global warming.

8. Ozone Depletion

Certain pollutants, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), damage the ozone layer, increasing exposure
to harmful UV rays

9. Indoor Air Pollution

Inefficient fuels used in households release pollutants, impacting indoor air quality.

10. Measures to Control Air Pollution

Use improved stoves, promote cleaner fuels, and regulate vehicle emissions to minimize pollution.

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