Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III
Schools Division of Bulacan
DR. FELIPE DE JESUS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
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INTERVENTION PETA #3.1a in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

AIR POLLUTANTS

Part 1: Identify the term described in each statement. Write your answer clearly.
1 Substances in the air that are high enough in
concentration to be hazardous to human health.
2 Particles like dust, soot, and pollen grains that are
present in the atmosphere.
3 The type of air pollutant source that comes from
smokestacks or factories.
4 A source of air pollution that includes moving vehicles.
5 When the streets or pollutant sources in an area are
close together, this type of pollutant source is formed.
6 The process by which humans emit unwanted
substances into the air.
7 The collective term for unwanted substances or
materials in the air.
8 The type of pollutant that may be solid, liquid, or gas,
and is dispersed in minute forms.
9 Substances in the air that harm living things and are
considered environmental hazards.
10 The term for pollutants that originate from natural
events, such as volcanic eruptions.
11 The atmospheric state when the air contains materials
that are harmful to humans and the environment.
12 The term for pollutants that come specifically from
human activities, such as industrial emissions.
13 A source of pollutants described as isolated and
specific in location.
14 The general term for gaseous, solid, or liquid
components that dissolve or disperse in the air.
15 The harmful materials emitted by power plants and
industrial smokestacks.

Part 2: Write True if the statement is correct and False if it is not.

1 Primary air pollutants are directly released into the air by identifiable sources.
2 Carbon monoxide (CO) is a secondary pollutant produced by chemical
reactions in the atmosphere.
3 Sulfur dioxide (SO2) can be considered both a primary and secondary air
pollutant, depending on its source.
4 Smoke and dust are examples of particulate matter that are classified as
primary pollutants.
5 Foul odors from garbage decomposition are considered secondary air
pollutants.
6 Secondary air pollutants are generally less harmful than primary air pollutants.
7 Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is an example of a secondary air pollutant formed from
sulfur dioxide and water.
8 Ozone (O3) in the stratosphere is considered a pollutant.
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9 Photochemical smog is formed when nitrous oxide reacts with volatile organic
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10 Unburned hydrocarbons contribute to the formation of ozone as a secondary
air pollutant.
11 Lead and cadmium oxides are secondary pollutants.
12 Hydrogen sulfide gas is an example of a primary pollutant.
13 Nitric acid (HNO3) forms as a secondary pollutant when nitrous oxide reacts
with water.
14 Volcanic emissions can release primary pollutants like sulfur dioxide into the
air.
15 Secondary pollutants result from chemical reactions between primary
pollutants and substances like water or sunlight.

Part 3: Identify the outdoor air pollutant being described in each item. Write your answer clearly.
1 Tiny bits of solid matter suspended in the air for a long
time, originating from dust, ploughed fields, or burning
farm waste, and causing allergic reactions and
respiratory problems.
2 A colorless and odorless gas emitted from motor
vehicles due to incomplete combustion, known to
interfere with oxygen transport in the body.
3 A light brown gas at low concentrations that darkens
urban haze and contributes to the formation of
photochemical smog when triggered by sunlight.
4 A gas responsible for acid precipitation, emitted from
power plants, refineries, and paper mills, and known
to cause eye, mouth, and throat irritation in humans.
5 A very reactive form of oxygen formed through
reactions between hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, and
sunlight, which harms vegetation and accelerates
environmental temperature at ground level.
6 A gas with a pungent odor at high concentrations,
generated in smaller amounts by motor vehicles but
mainly by industries such as smelters and chemical
plants.
7 A type of smog formed from chemical reactions
triggered by sunlight, primarily composed of ozone
and often associated with diesel-engine emissions.
8 A gas that can destroy ozone formation, originating
from motor vehicles, and is associated with blood
oxygen transport interference.
9 Tiny disease-causing agents, such as viruses or
bacteria, that lead to infectious diseases like
influenza, tuberculosis, and SARS.
10 Pollutants that result from chemical reactions in the
atmosphere and include substances like ozone at
ground level, which is harmful to humans and plants.
11 This pollutant is a significant component of urban
haze, often produced by motor vehicles and reacting
with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to form
secondary pollutants.
12 A pollutant generated when sulfur dioxide reacts with
water in the atmosphere, forming a corrosive
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Department of Education
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DR. FELIPE DE JESUS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
13 Particles in the air, such as smoke and dust, that
reduce air quality and can penetrate deep into the
lungs, causing health issues.
14 A greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming,
formed by chemical reactions involving ozone at
ground level.
15 Emissions from motor vehicles and industrial
processes, which are a primary source of
hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides that lead to
photochemical smog.

Part 4: Identify the indoor air pollutant being described in each item. Write your answers clearly.
1 A tiny insect that feeds on skin shedding and triggers
allergic reactions such as allergic rhinitis.
2 Smoke from burning tobacco and cigarettes, including
sidestream and mainstream smoke, that increases the
risk of lung cancer and respiratory diseases.
3 Hydrocarbons and organic compounds, such as
acetone and propane, that evaporate quickly, can be
inhaled easily, and cause respiratory issues and
cancer.
4 Tiny particles from burning fossil fuels in power plants
and vehicles, including soot, carbon monoxide, and
carbon dioxide, which can cause lung problems and
asphyxiation.
5 A common household chemical used as a bleaching
agent, often containing substances like sodium
hypochlorite and carbon tetrachloride, which are
known carcinogens.
6 A material used as a fire retardant in flooring and
ceiling materials in older buildings, known to cause
asbestosis when its fibers are inhaled.
7 A pollutant emitted from liquefied petroleum gas
(LPG) that can cause fire hazards and prolonged
exposure may lead to leukemia.
8 A component in mothballs containing
paradichlorobenzene, which is a known carcinogen.
9 An organic solvent used in paint strippers that may
cause nerve disorders upon prolonged exposure.
10 Combustion byproducts that include carbon
monoxide, which has a greater affinity with
hemoglobin than oxygen, leading to potential
asphyxiation.
11 Chemicals like chloroform and methylene chloride
found in household products that irritate the
respiratory system and may cause cancer.
12 Particulate matter resulting from the combustion
process that absorbs hazardous substances and
affects lung health.
13 Organic compounds such as methane from sewage
and alcohol that may cause headaches and
respiratory diseases when inhaled.
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14 Smoke that includes harmful chemicals from tobacco
and increases cardiovascular diseases.
15 A tiny insect that thrives in dust and contributes to
indoor allergens, causing conditions like allergic
rhinitis.

Part 5: Draw a happy face if the statement is correct and a sad face if it is not.
1 The best way to reduce air pollution is to control emissions from its source.

2 It is solely the government's responsibility to keep the air you breathe clean.

3 Being aware of where air pollutants come from and how to reduce them is an
important step in combating air pollution.
4 Using personal vehicles more frequently helps reduce the burning of fossil
fuels.
5 Proper vehicle maintenance and good driving habits can contribute to reducing
air pollution.
6 Reporting black smoke emissions from factories and power plants is a
suggested way to address pollution.
7 Greening projects can include planting trees and plants that absorb sulfur
dioxide and nitrogen dioxide effectively.
8 Plants such as ipil-ipil, bougainvillea, and San Francisco are ineffective in
absorbing air pollutants.
9 The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 or RA8749 focuses on pollution
prevention and management.
10 Public transport systems like the LRT and MRT help reduce the number of
vehicles on the road and minimize air pollution.

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