Smog occurs mainly because of air pollution can also be defined as a mixture of various gases with dust and water vapour. Smog is harmful to humans, animals, plants, and nature as a whole and can affect the ecosystem as a whole.
- It can reduce the production of vitamin D
- It can lead to any ailment from minor pains to deadly pulmonary diseases
- Smog can also cause lung cancer
- It can cause respiratory issues and increase the tendency of asthma
- Crops and agriculture also gets affected due to smog
- Innumerable animal species and green life is also killed as it affects the environment and the air that one breathes
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- Smog – Harmful Effects on Health and Environment
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| Other Related Links | |
| Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) | National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) |
| Air Pollutants | Environment Performance Index |
| IAS Prelims Environment and Ecology Questions | |
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