Introduction
Air pollution refers to the prevalence of one or more pollutants such as SO2, NO2, PM 2.5 which adversely affect the environment and well being of humans.
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Main Body
Air Pollution — An Environmental Problem
PM 2.5, PM 10 can penetrate into the atmosphere – lead to soot on green cover (Decreased photosynthesis)
Acid rain could lead to adverse effects on vegetation/ crops – food security
Creation of smog (photochemical) can lead to extremely poor visibility / air quality.
Can also accelerate melting of snow caps due to increased soot/[mity]
Issue of Equity and Justice
The poor may not afford solutions to adapting to air pollution. Ex: Air Purifiers
Enhance or maximize other deprivation. Ex: Air Pollution in IJ districts amplifying water pollution adding to it.
Indoor air pollution due to 'chulhae' can lead to reduced health outcome for women.
Some are often congested – do not allow for ventilation, thus double burden.
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Conclusion
Air Pollution should be tackled not only with CAQM or NAAC standards but also increased whole of society approach to ensure 'Clean and healthy India'.
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- Clear definition with specific pollutants identified
- Structured breakdown of environmental impacts
- Links air pollution to multiple environmental consequences
- Mentions both local and global-scale impacts
Topper
Amrit Mahapatra
AIR 121
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Geophysical Phenomena & Environmental Changes
Environmental Problems
Air Pollution
Writing Stats
184
Total words
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technical and environmental-focused
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