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Which is a long-term effect of sun exposure?

A
a bright red rash after sitting in the sun
B
a stinging burn that is sensitive to touch
C
a change in skin complexion or sallowness
D
a cluster of freckles appearing on the skin
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Which is an environmental concern?

A
having groundwater affected by a nearby landfill
B
taking plastic containers to a recycling facility
C
running the dishwasher only when it is full
D
treating and processing water for a community
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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

A
to report the number of cases of people who have cholera symptoms
B
to provide health guidelines about effects from waterborne diseases
C
to enforce standards that focus on chemical discharge into bodies of water
D
to carry out research that investigates how dirty water affects human health
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Lucia spends much time outdoors and has developed freckles on her skin.How can she best prevent more freckles from appearing?

A
by applying sunscreen with a high SPF before going outside
B
by wearing fashionable sunglasses when she is outside
C
by getting a good suntan before going to the beach
D
by doing her gardening only during peak sun hours
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Which material is a common indoor air pollutant?

A
smog
B
natural gas
C
vehicle exhaust
D
oxygen
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Which step would a state health department most likely take to reduce lead exposure?

A
Promote health-planning operations to limit lead exposure at home.
B
Evaluate the number of countries affected by lead exposure.
C
Create general national guidelines for working with lead.
D
Carry out research on the worldwide effects of lead products.
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Which strategy would a global health organization most likely use to reduce health effects from air pollution?

A
Suggest technologies that can be adapted worldwide for different uses.
B
Monitor respiratory diseases related to air pollution in a small town.
C
Provide health guidelines to a certain region suffering from air pollution.
D
Work to reduce harmful emissions produced by a local business.
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How can Jared most effectively help minimize local environmental health issues within his community?

A
by doing research and getting informed about local environmental problems
B
by contacting global nonprofits about issues and learning about their services
C
by monitoring the use of harmful chemicals among local businesses
D
by finding funded research initiatives that monitor pollution-related diseases
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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

A
by monitoring a toxic spill that affects a drinking water supply
B
by providing pamphlets related to the quality of drinking water
C
by carrying out research about the effects of large discharges
D
by controlling the amount of water people use in their homes
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Which effects of sun exposure are immediate? Check all that apply.rashesfrecklessunburnskin agingskin cancer

A
rashes
B
freckles
C
sunburn
D
skin aging
E
skin cancer

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