Unit 6: Air 6.2: Effects on Human Health “I thought I saw a blue jay this morning, but the smog was so bad that it turned out to be a cardinal holding its breath.” Take out notebook Hand in homework

Chronic Bronchitis Chronic bronchitis is the persistent irritation of the bronchial lining of the lungs. Often caused by constant irritation by air pollution Particulates Sulfuric Acid Nitric Acids Aggravates asthma. September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Emphysema Emphysema is when the air sacs in the lungs loose their elasticity and can no longer push air out through the lungs. September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Lung Cancer Lung cancer is another respiratory disease linked to air pollution. Lung cancer has many causes. Cigarette smoke Automobile exhaust Particulates September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Indoor Air Pollution American spend 89% of their time indoors. Plastics and industrial products are major sources of pollution. Carpets Building materials Paints Furniture September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Closet - Dry Cleaning September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Closet Dry Cleaning Tetrachloroethylene Cancer causing material September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Closest Moth Balls Paradichlorobenzine Moth crystals and air fresheners September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Kitchen Stove Nitrogen Oxides Carbon Monoxide Un-vented gas stove September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Pipes Asbestos From pipe insulation Causes asbestosis September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Bathrooms Mold and Mildew Fungi and bacteria From dirty heating and air conditioning ducts. Fungi and bacteria September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Living Room Sofa Formaldehyde From furniture, carpeting, particle board, foam insulation September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Radon Gas Radon gas is invisible, tasteless and odorless and is also radioactive. Radon is produced by the decay of uranium Radon adheres to dust particles which get inhaled. Radon releases alpha particles that cause genetic damage to cells in the lungs. September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air

Asbestos Fibers containing silica and asbestos minerals. It is used in many areas in and around the home. Reinforce cement Brake linings Vinyl floors Residential siding September 2, 2019 Unit 6: Air