Unit 7: Atmospheric Pollution

Learning Objectives

STB-2.A Identify the sources and effects of air pollutants.

STB-2.B Explain the causes and effects of photochemical smog and methods to reduce it.

STB-2.C Describe thermal inversion and its relationship with pollution.

STB-2.D Describe natural sources of carbon dioxide and particulates.

STB-2.E Identify indoor air pollutants.

STB-2.F Describe the effects of indoor air pollutants.

STB-2.G Explain how air pollutants can be reduced at the source.

STB-2.H Describe acid deposition.

STB-2.I Describe the effects of acid deposition on the environment.

STB-2.J Describe human activities that result in noise pollution and its effects.