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Air pollution When there are harmful substances in the air – Particles or gases Can occur naturally or from human activity Air pollution Natural sources: – Salt spray – Mold and pollen – Ash from forest fires – Soil erosion – Dust storms – Volcanoes Air pollution Artificial sources: – Factories – Farming – Construction – Power plants – Vehicles – Aerosol cans Air pollution Health Consequences: – Allergies – Coughs – Lung/heart disease – Headaches – Irritated eyes, nose, throat Air pollution Environmental Consequences: – Smog Brown haze formed from interaction of pollutants and sun – Acid Rain Formed when pollutants mix with water in air Can damage plants, lakes, buildings Effects of Acid Rain Air pollution Solutions: – Reduce pollutants produced by humans – Governments pass laws requiring special devices which reduce pollution – Expensive but necessary