Question

In what ways can air pollution adversely affect human health?

Answer 1

The several ways in which air pollution can adversely affect human health are as follows:

• Sulphur dioxide present in the air can cause allergic reactions and irritation of the respiratory organs.
• Carbon monoxide can affect the heart and brain as it affects the oxygen carrying capacity of blood. It may cause drowsiness, headache and even death.
• Depletion of the ozone layer due to air pollution allows the penetration of UV radiation, causing skin cancer and other respiratory and skin problems.
• Metallic pollutants and organic compounds present in the air can cause headache, dizziness and respiratory problems.