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    Air degradation occurs when pollutants contaminate the air and disrupt its natural composition, threatening both the environment and human health. The main causes of air pollution are industrial processes, vehicle emissions, agriculture, and fossil fuel combustion, which release particulate matter, gases, and chemicals into the atmosphere. Breathing polluted air can cause respiratory and cardiovascular issues and even premature death, especially in vulnerable groups. Both primary pollutants released directly into the air and secondary pollutants formed from chemical reactions contribute to air pollution. Collective efforts are needed from individuals, communities, and governments to reduce pollution and protect the environment through measures like promoting public transport, restricting fossil fuel use, and saving energy.

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    Air degradation occurs when pollutants contaminate the air and disrupt its natural composition, threatening both the environment and human health. The main causes of air pollution are industrial processes, vehicle emissions, agriculture, and fossil fuel combustion, which release particulate matter, gases, and chemicals into the atmosphere. Breathing polluted air can cause respiratory and cardiovascular issues and even premature death, especially in vulnerable groups. Both primary pollutants released directly into the air and secondary pollutants formed from chemical reactions contribute to air pollution. Collective efforts are needed from individuals, communities, and governments to reduce pollution and protect the environment through measures like promoting public transport, restricting fossil fuel use, and saving energy.

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    Air degradation occurs when pollutants contaminate the air and disrupt its natural composition, threatening both the environment and human health. The main causes of air pollution are industrial processes, vehicle emissions, agriculture, and fossil fuel combustion, which release particulate matter, gases, and chemicals into the atmosphere. Breathing polluted air can cause respiratory and cardiovascular issues and even premature death, especially in vulnerable groups. Both primary pollutants released directly into the air and secondary pollutants formed from chemical reactions contribute to air pollution. Collective efforts are needed from individuals, communities, and governments to reduce pollution and protect the environment through measures like promoting public transport, restricting fossil fuel use, and saving energy.

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    Air Degradation

    What is Air
    Degradation?
    • Environmental changes are caused by the natural
    or artificial content of harmful pollutants and can
    cause instability, disturbance, or adverse effects
    on the ecosystem. Earth and its environment pose
    a more serious threat due to the increasing
    pollution of air, water, and soil. Environmental
    damage is caused by improper resource
    management or careless human activities.
    Therefore, any activity that violates the original
    nature of the environment and leads to
    degradation. We need to understand the origin of
    these pollutants and find ways to control
    pollution. This can also be done by raising
    awareness of the effects of pollutants.
    What is Air Pollution ?
    • Air pollution is an escalating environmental crisis
    that poses a grave threat to our planet and human
    health. It occurs when harmful substances, such as
    particulate matter, gases, and chemicals,
    contaminate the Earth's atmosphere, disrupting its
    natural composition. This contamination is primarily
    driven by industrial processes, vehicular emissions,
    agricultural practices, and the combustion of fossil
    fuels, all of which release pollutants into the air. The
    consequences of air pollution are far-reaching and
    profound. Not only does it contribute to global
    warming and climate change by releasing
    greenhouse gases, but it also endangers public
    health. Breathing polluted air can lead to respiratory
    diseases, cardiovascular problems, and even
    premature death. Vulnerable populations, such as
    children, the elderly, and those with preexisting
    health conditions, are particularly at risk.
    Air Pollutants
    1. Primary air pollutants are pollutants, which are
    directly released into the air. They are called SPM, i.e.,
    Suspended Particulate Matter. For example, smoke,
    dust, ash, sulfur oxide, nitrogen oxide, and
    radioactive compounds, etc.

    2. Secondary Pollutants are pollutants, which are


    formed due to chemical interactions between the
    atmospheric components and primary pollutants. For
    example, Smog (i.e., Smoke and fog), ozone, etc.

    3. Major gaseous air pollutants include Carbon Dioxide,


    Hydrogen Sulfide, Sulphur Dioxide and Nitrogen
    Oxide, etc.

    4. Natural sources are volcanic eruptions, forest fires,


    dust storms, etc.

    5. Man-made sources include gasses released from the


    automobiles, industries, burning of garbage and
    bricks kilns, etc.
    Effects of Air Pollution on Human Health

    Air pollution has adverse effects on human health.


     Breathing polluted air puts you at higher risk of
    asthma.
     When exposed to ground ozone for 6 to 7 hours,
    people suffer from respiratory inflammation.
     Damages the immune system, endocrine, and
    reproductive systems.
     A high level of air pollution has been associated
    with higher incidents of heart problems.
     The toxic chemicals released into the air are
    affecting the flora and fauna immensely.
    There are several measures that can be
    adopted by people to reduce pollution
    Preventive and to save the environment.
    Measures to • Carpooling.
    Reduce Air • Promotion of public transport.
    Pollution • No smoking zone.
    • Restricted use of fossil fuels.
    • Saving energy.
    • Encouraging organic farming.
    Conclusion
    • The issue of air degradation is a pressing concern that requires
    immediate attention and concerted efforts from individuals,
    communities, governments, and industries worldwide.
    • The government has put restrictions on the amount of fossil fuels
    that can be used as well as restrictions on how much carbon dioxide
    and other pollutants can be emitted. Although the government is
    attempting to save our environment from these harmful gasses, it is
    not sufficient. We need to keep the environment clean by controlling
    the pollution of air.

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