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Air Pollution

Air pollution has become an alarming issue all over the world today. Every country is facing the
harmful effects due to air pollution. Cancer, asthma, and heart attacks are some dangerous respiratory
diseases caused by air pollution.

Which of the following do you think are pollutants that cause dangerous respiratory diseases?
Tick (3) the correct options.

1. Bathing soaps in toilets

2. Factories in residential areas

3. Water colours used in schools and at home

4. Exhaust fumes from cars

5. Ceiling fans

6. Old and poorly-maintained air conditioners and refrigerators

7. Cows and buffaloes bathing in the river

8. Dust in the atmosphere

9. Noise from vehicles

10. A leaking tap

Here are some tips for creating better environment:

 Use cloth napkins instead of paper ones.

 Use reusable water bottles instead of plastic or disposable ones.
 Unplug appliances such as computers, TVs, music systems, etc. from the mains at night.

 Use your bicycle more often to make short journeys.
 Take a printout only if necessary.
 Switch off all unnecessary lights and fans.

 Say NO to fire crackers.
 Plant a sapling on your birthday.
 Save water wherever possible.

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