The Silent Threat: Understanding and Combating Air Pollution

Introduction to Air Pollution Air pollution harms the air we breathe, caused by natural and human activities.

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Types of Air Pollutant Air pollutants include primary (direct) and secondary (formed through reactions).

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Major Sources of Air Pollution Pollution comes from factories, cars, farming, wildfires, and volcanoes.

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Health Effects of Air Pollution Air pollution causes breathing issues, heart diseases, and worsens asthma.

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