Question

Explain the various factors responsible for air pollution

Answer 1

The various factors responsible for air pollution are:
*releasing harmful gase s from industries through chimneys.
*due to the process of combustion
*burning of plastic
*burning crackers by which van release some toxic chemicals into air.
*burning of fossil fuels

Answer 2

Burning of Fossil Fuels: Sulfur dioxide emitted from the combustion of fossil fuels like coal, petroleum and other factory combustibles are one of the major cause of air pollution. Pollutants emitted from vehicles further contribute to the degradation of the environment. Carbon Monoxide produced by the incomplete combustion of fuel is another major pollutant along with the Nitrogen Oxides, that are produced from both natural and man-made processes.

Agricultural Activities: Ammonia is a very common byproduct of the agriculture-related activities and is one of the most hazardous gases in the atmosphere. The use of insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers in agriculture also leads to the emission of harmful chemicals causing pollution.

Exhaust from Factories and Industries: Manufacturing industries and petroleum refineries release a large amount of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, organic compounds and chemicals into the air thereby depleting the quality of air.

Mining Operations:  During the process of mining, huge volumes of dust and other chemicals are released into the air causing massive air pollution and leading to deteriorating health conditions of mining workers and nearby residents.

Indoor Air Pollution: Household cleaning products, painting supplies etc. emit toxic chemicals in the air while causing air pollution.

Suspended Particulate Matter: Popular by its acronym SPM, it is another cause of air pollution. While referring to the particles afloat in the air, the SPM is usually caused by dust, combustion etc.