London-Type Smog occurs when moisture condenses with smoke produced by the burning of coal forms smog droplets sulfur dioxide is in air in London--attacks the lungs and makes breathing difficult (called sulfur smog)

Chernobyl Disaster the worst nuclear accident in history April 26, 1986 Chernobyl nuclear power station in Ukraine (then part of the Soviet Union) caused numerous deaths and injuries widespread environmental contamination

Radiation Found In the Ground After Chernobyl Disaster

How Did The Disaster Happen? power surge caused fuel in the reactor to overheat, resulting in a steam explosion and fire radioactive substances spread over parts of what are now Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus Winds carried the radioactive material into northern and central Europe.

The Cover-Up Soviet leaders concealed the accident from the public for nearly two days and refused outside help Eventually, nearby towns were evacuated Cleanup workers covered the reactor with a concrete shell

Effects of Chernobyl Disaster 31 people reportedly died from radiation sickness or burns more than 200 others were seriously injured Fallout (radioactive material) from the accident caused a number of health and environmental problems increased rate of cancer, skin diseases, respiratory ailments, and heart problems

Natural Resources Europe has many different types of natural resources. The Northern European Plain has fertile soil called chernozem. This land is good for farming.

Natural Resources B. The Ruhr and Po Valleys have deposits of iron ore and coal.

Natural Resources Some parts of Europe have forests such as Norway and Sweden. There are large deposits of oil on the floor of the North Sea. Mountainous areas have mineral resources.

Ruhr and Po Valleys The Ruhr Valley is a region on the border of Germany and France. The Po Valley is located in Northern Italy. These areas are rich in coal and iron ore. These areas also have high concentrations of industry because it is cheaper to put industries next to the source of resources.

Mountain Regions Mountainous areas such as Switzerland and Andorra rely on tourism, recreation, and mineral resources for their economy. Switzerland also relies on international banking.