AP Environmental Science › Health Impacts
Each of the following is an example of a waterborne disease EXCEPT:
Smog is primarily made up of __________.
Carbon monoxide limits oxygen delivery to the body's organs and tissues. 95% of carbon monoxide emissions in cities comes from __________.
Which of the following is NOT a primary pollutant?
This pollutant is not easily excreted. Accumulations of this pollutant in the body can affect the kidneys, liver, and nervous system. The largest concentrations of this pollutant are found near battery plants and smelters.
What is the difference between chronic and acute exposure?
A skull and crossbones symbol on a container indicates that the contents are __________.
Which of the following toxins is most likely to cause a birth defect?
Which of the following is NOT an example of bioaccumulation?
This pollutant is typically credited for promoting dental health, but in water in high quantities, health impacts include yellowing teeth and spinal cord damage.