Question: Discuss two different ways that our soil can become polluted.

Answer: 1. pesticides

2. polluted water runoff ]

Soil can be polluted by exposure to polluted water sources, exposure to solid waste, mining operations, and pesticide/herbicide use.

Question: Name the three pollutants that have decreased the most since 1990.

Answer: 1. carbon monoxide

2. sulfur dioxide

3. lead

Lead, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide have decreased the most since 1990.

Question: Explain how the methods involved in “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Compost” can help to control solid waste.

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Question: Describe the process by which an environmental protection act is created and enforced.

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Question: Explain how nitrogen oxides are produced and their environmental impact.

Answer: Nitrogen oxides are produced by engines of cars and other vehicles. They can cause air pollution which can harm humans.

Nitrogen oxides are produced by the combustion engines in vehicles. Their effect on the environment includes both acid rain and smog.

Question: Give an overview of four different symptoms in the human body that are caused by air pollution.

Answer: 1. issues breathing

2. lung cancer

3. asthma

4. wheezing

Air pollution can cause increased asthma, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and reduced oxygen to vital organs.

Question: Provide an example of how mental and emotional health can affect behavior.

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Question: How can good self-esteem help you through difficult situations?

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Question: Based on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, explain why someone who is financially stable is more likely to be focused on social experiences than someone who does not have enough money to buy his or her next meal.

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Question: Explain how someone can have a sense of belonging while remaining independent.

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