DEFINITION
According to the 1979 general convention on long range trans-boundary as
the introduction by man directly and indirectly of substance of energy into the
air resulting in delirious effects of such a nature as to endanger human
health.
the introduction by man directly and indirectly of substance of energy into the
air resulting in delirious effects of such a nature as to endanger human
health.
1.
Motor vehicle
Motor vehicle
2.
Refuse disposal
Refuse disposal
3.
Factories and power plants
Factories and power plants
CAUSES
·
Carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide
·
Particulate matter
Particulate matter
·
Hydrocarbons
Hydrocarbons
EFFECTS
·
Hydrocarbons are suspected of being cancer
providing agent, so air pollution increase the risk factor of cancer.
Hydrocarbons are suspected of being cancer
providing agent, so air pollution increase the risk factor of cancer.
·
Breathing of contaminated air can cause
irritants to the noise and eyes.
Breathing of contaminated air can cause
irritants to the noise and eyes.
·
Motor vehicle emission and chemical can cause
plant damage and reduce visibility.
Motor vehicle emission and chemical can cause
plant damage and reduce visibility.
·
Causes tyres and other rubber products to crack
and destroy crops.
Causes tyres and other rubber products to crack
and destroy crops.