Factors affecting development-environmental

Question 1

When does pollution ahppen?

Answer 1

When harmful substances contaminate the atmosphere

Question 2

How does pollution enter the body?

Answer 2

Via the nose and mouth or through the skin

Question 3

Examples of outdoor pollutants

Answer 3

Traffic fumes, domestic fumes, industry and pesticides

Question 4

Examples of indoor pollutants

Answer 4

Cleaning chemicals, aerosols, cigarette smoke and mould/ bacteria

Question 5

Types of conditions caused by pollutants

Answer 5

Respiratory disorders, cardiovascular problems and allergies

Question 6

Examples of respiratory disorders

Answer 6

Bronchitis, asthma, emphysema and lung cancer

Question 7

Examples of cardiovascular problems

Answer 7

Artery blockages, heart attack

Question 8

Examples of allergies

Answer 8

wheezing, rashes, allergic rhinitis, ahaphylatic shock

Question 9

Poor housing examples

Answer 9

Poor ventilation/ damp +mould, overcrowding, inadequate heating, poor sanitation/ vermin, lack of outdoor space

Question 10

Effects of poor housing

Answer 10

Respiratory disorders, anxiety + depression, hypothermia, risk of infection and cardiovascular problems