Pollution Vocab

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Across
  1. 2. Pollution that comes from widespread sources.
  2. 7. Rain that has been made acidic by certain pollutants in the air such as sulfuric or nitric acid.
  3. 9. Pollution that comes from a single, identifiable source.
  4. 10. A harmful material that contaminates the environment.
  5. 14. The process through which heat is trapped near Earth's surface by substances known as 'greenhouse gases.'
  6. 15. _____ Pollution Undesirable sound that disrupts normal activities.
Down
  1. 1. The degree to which air is suitable or clean enough for humans, animals or plants to remain healthy
  2. 3. Microscopic (small) liquid or solids suspended in the air and can cause serious health problems when inhaled
  3. 4. Gas that is given off when burning fossil fuels. Extremely toxic to humans.
  4. 5. Agency in the United states that protects people and the environment through environmental regulations
  5. 6. gas produced by burning fossil fuels and biological materials, acting as the primary greenhouse gas
  6. 8. Air pollution that reduces visibility
  7. 9. ________Pollutant A Pollutant emitted directly from a source
  8. 10. The introduction of harmful materials into the environment.
  9. 11. ______ Pollution Excessive artificial light that disrupts natural darkness.
  10. 12. _______ Pollutants A Pollutant formed through reactions in the environment
  11. 13. A natural substance formed from the decomposed remains of ancient organisms that can be used as a source of energy. Ex. Coal, oil, gas