Air Pollution

Question 1

HICs (4)

Answer 1

Reliance of fossil fuels is decreasing
Use of less polluting energy sources increasing
Air quality increasing since 1950s
Car ownership increasing = congestion = air pollution

Question 2

HICs strategies (2)

Answer 2

Limit air pollution by promoting Green modes of transport
Active travel = walking and cycling

Question 3

NEEs and LICs (2)

Answer 3

Heavily reliant of fossil fuels to meet their energy needs
Increase cars, industry and lack of regulations = severe air pollution

Question 4

Impacts of air pollution (3+)

Answer 4

Negative impact on health = particles and gases
2014 - WHO said air pollution 2.5 more than recommended
Urban dwellers = long term health problems = 2010 9400 Londoners died due to exposure to nitrogen dioxide and particles

Question 5

Compared to rural (5)

Answer 5

10x more nitrogen oxide
200x more soulful dioxide
10x more hydrocarbons
2x more CO2
Increased risk of smog