Mention five effects of air pollution.

      

Mention five effects of air pollution.

  

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Kavungya
- Gases emitted from some factories contain substances which corrode the roofs of houses and metal surfaces.
- Some gases from factories contain substances which make plants wither and maim or kill animals
- Inhalation of smoke and soot particles leads to discomfort and irritation of the respiratory system.
- Smoke and soot discolour buildings and plants making them ugly.
- Gases emitted from factories may contain poisonous substances which may lead to poor health or death of people when inhaled.
- Some gases released into the atmosphere combine with moisture to form acid rain which is harmful to life and property.
- Smoke and smog reduce visibility which may lead to accidents in the roads
- Gases or excess carbon dioxide increase the temperatures, affecting the climate of the affected areas. This may also lead to depletion of the ozone layer.
- The dust that falls on plants inhibits photosynthesis.
Kavungya answered the question on April 1, 2019 at 12:10


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