Urban air pollution 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyWeather systemsA2/A-levelAQA Created by: Georgew298Created on: 01-04-16 11:52 What two types of smog are created by pollutants? Particulate smog and radiation fog 1 of 7 What are the 3 main gasses in smog? Sulphur oxides, Nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxides 2 of 7 Where do the 3 main gasses in smog come from? Released from burning fossil fuels released dues to increased transport and industrial sources 3 of 7 What are particulates? Dust or ash in the atmosphere which can remain for a long time 4 of 7 How much more particulates do urban areas have over rural areas? They have 4 times the concentration 10-40 meters squared 5 of 7 What is the main source of pollutants in urban areas? 80% from cars and vehicles 6 of 7 What are some health problems associated with smog? Asthma, bronchitis and lung cancer 7 of 7
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