Environmental Health and Safety Answers

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Which is a source of land pollution?

A
heavy traffic producing large amounts of exhaust
B
mold growing on an indoor windowsill
C
people smoking tobacco outside a building
D
fertilizer running off from a large agricultural farm
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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 strategy can a state health department initiate to improve health?

A
Research the accessibility of health clinics in a certain region.
B
Inspect and license health facilities that provide services to people.
C
Develop treatments for respiratory illnesses caused by air pollution.
D
Work with different countries to find ways to reduce environment-related diseases.
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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 is a source of water pollution?

A
solid waste accumulation at a landfill
B
black smoke released from a large truck
C
chemical waste discharged from an oil refinery
D
particulates released by burning fossil fuels
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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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Which material is a common indoor air pollutant?

A
smog
B
natural gas
C
vehicle exhaust
D
oxygen
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Which activity should be considered when thinking about sun safety?

A
researching the amount of sunscreen to apply to the skin
B
identifying fashion trends associated with sun protection
C
listening to a person discuss the discomfort of a sun hat
D
viewing ads that promote the attractiveness of tanned skin
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How does the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) promote health?

A
by cleaning up hazardous materials
B
by issuing health guidelines
C
by enforcing health policy rules
D
by reporting environmental problems
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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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