Harmful Effects of Air Pollution
- Endangers animal wellbeing as well as the health of plants and flora.
- As a result, newborn babies are born with birth defects.
- Allergies, illnesses, and even death can occur in humans.
What is Air Pollution? Definition, Types, Causes, Prevention
The negative changes that are taking place in our environment and how they are affecting our lives. Pollutants are substances that contaminate the air and water. Natural sources of pollution include smoke and dust from forest fires and volcanic eruptions. Man-made pollution includes power plant and automotive emissions, as well as the burning of firewood. The principal air pollutants include carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, methane, and Sulphur dioxide. Global warming is caused by rising carbon dioxide levels.