Environmental Health and Safety

Question 1

Which is an environmental concern?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

having groundwater affected by a nearby landfill

Question 2

Which is a source of water pollution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

chemical waste discharged from an oil refinery

Question 3

Which activity should be considered when thinking about sun safety?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

researching the amount of sunscreen to apply to the skin

Question 4

Read this US policy on clean water.The Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surface water. – "Summary of the Clean Water Act,” Environmental Protection Agency

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to enforce standards that focus on chemical discharge into bodies of water

Question 5

Which step would a state health department most likely take to reduce lead exposure?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Promote health-planning operations to limit lead exposure at home.

Question 6

Which is a long-term effect of sun exposure?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a change in skin complexion or sallowness

Question 7

Which material is a common indoor air pollutant?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

natural gas

Question 8

How does the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) promote health?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by issuing health guidelines

Question 9

Lucia spends much time outdoors and has developed freckles on her skin.How can she best prevent more freckles from appearing?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by applying sunscreen with a high SPF before going outside

Question 10

Which strategy would a global health organization most likely use to reduce health effects from air pollution?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Suggest technologies that can be adapted worldwide for different uses.

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