EAW. Atmosphere and Weather Benchmark 4 Explain the impact of human activities on the atmosphere and explain ways that individuals and society can reduce.

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EAW. Atmosphere and Weather Benchmark 4 Explain the impact of human activities on the atmosphere and explain ways that individuals and society can reduce pollution.

Air pollution car exhaust industrial emissions smog Key concepts:

Ozone Pollution…SMOG

Related effects breathing problems acid rain global warming deforestation ozone depletion (resource use) Key concepts:

Human activities that affect the atmosphere, climate change, global warming including use of aerosol spray cans, discharge from smoke stacks, car exhaust, burning leaves and wood in stoves and fireplaces Actions including turning off lights, turning down heat, tuning-up cars, filling tires, driving at a consistent speed, mandating higher fuel efficiencies, energy savings from recycling. Real-world contexts: