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Although it is easy for people to forget about this issue, air pollution is a very real problem that threatens the environment as well as ourselves, each and every day. However, this not a problem that will go away on its own. The smog, factories, and millions of cars we see on the road are a constant reminder.
Although it is easy for people to forget about this issue, air pollution is a very real problem that threatens the environment as well as ourselves, each and every day. However, this not a problem that will go away on its own. The smog, factories, and millions of cars we see on the road are a constant reminder. That being said, no matter how hard we may subconsciously desire to, there are times where we cannot ignore this problem. For example, when we smell the exhaust of cars when standing next to a road, or when we see factories pumping smoke high into the sky, it is hard not to think of the damage that is being constantly created. What is air pollution? Air pollution consists of various types of chemicals and gases being passed into our atmosphere. The main cause of this unwanted pollution is vehicles. Second to to that are industrial factories that release dirty and dangerous fumes into the atmosphere. Why is air pollution dangerous? 1. Health reasons: it has been scientifically demonstrated that air pollution is associated with countless types of illnesses, including: strokes, breathing problems and heart issues. 2. Global warming: this terms refers to the gradual increase of the temperature of our planet, the Earth. Unfortunately for our modern society, its by products, namely air pollution, are the major cause of global warming. It is already affecting our planet (by destroying ecosystems and melting polar ice caps), but unless it is stopped, it will raise sea levels that will cause coastal cities across the world such as London and New York to be flooded. 3. Ozone layer: air pollution causes the ozone layer to shrink, thus, reducing its ability to shield us from ultraviolet radiation. This not only causes skin cancer, but also damages wildlife and plants. 4. Acid rain: certain pollutants can cause rain to turn to acid rain. This has a great impact on animals, fish and plants that are soaked in it. Acid rain can also affect the ground, making the soil toxic to many animals and plants. How can we fight air pollution? 1. Hybrid vehicles: hybrid vehicles produce only about a fourth of the pollution of an average vehicle. Consequently, if everyone started driving hybrid vehicles, you can imagine the effect this would have on air pollution (particularly considering vehicles are the number one cause of air pollution, as mentioned). 2. Using renewable energy sources such as wind power, solar power, hydroelectric power and geothermal power can significantly decrease air pollution. Unfortunately, our main source of energy, fossil fuels, has a very negative impact on air pollution. Unfortunately, air pollution only appears to be getting worse. A scary - and likely - scenario is that we eventually reach a point where the damage to the environment is irreversible. Consequently, the only logical course of action is for everybody to actively start incorporating ways into their lifestyle that reduce air pollution. Perhaps the only way this can be achieved is through education: although most people are familiar with air pollution and how it occurs, and are generally aware of its effects, many would rather turn their heads the other way rather than deal with this ever growing problem. The only way to truly overcome this problem is to start with the young: if we, collectively, can get our descendants to permanently change their ways by learning from our mistakes, then perhaps there is still hope for our planet - and ourselves. About the Author: Tyler Hodger has been studying and practicing the utilization of green energy sources for decades. In this article he elaborated on the effect of air pollution on our environment and its dangers. To read more of his articles that describe green and environmentally friendly issues, visit his website: Green Planet and Me. |
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