Chemistry Flashcard

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Ozones, PANS and acids are examples of _____ air pollutants
Secondary
The hydroxyl radical is also known as
Natures cleanser
The scientific study of the atmosphere, weather, and climate
Meteorology
The day to day changes in temp and precipitation
Weatuer
Air pollutant that may go undetected in homes
Carbon monoxide
Layer of atmosphere where most pollution occurs
Troposphere
Jet streams in the US general flow
West to east
The international agreement that addressed the reduction of greenhouse gases
Kyoto protocol
Thinning oxone layre is predicted to cause an increase in
Skin cancer
Which of the following would release the lowest levels of particulates
Nuclear power plant
Which of the following illustrates a risk assesment of climate system change
Measuring the levels of CO2 in the atmosphere
Devices that removfe air pollutants from stationary and mobile emissions are
Electrostatic preciptators and catalytic convertors
Which natl park would be eliminated by a 1m rise in H20
Everglades
Thinning ozone layer is most evident above
Antarctica
If northern va has been designated as an ozone non attainment area, this means that
The air quality is not safe for humans, especially with health problems