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MATCH THE FRESH WATER POLLUTANTS TO THE HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS. Silt

Silt, while a natural component of freshwater ecosystems, can act as a pollutant in excessive amounts. Here are some of the health and environmental effects associated with silt pollution: ### Health Effects: 1. **Waterborne Diseases**: Increased silt can harbor pathogens and microorganisms, potentially leading to waterborne diseases in humans who consume or come into contact with the contaminated water. 2. **Respiratory Issues**: In some cases,

Select the correct answer. Waste from the section where cancer patients receive chemotherapeutic treatment is called ... . infectious waste genotoxic waste pathological waste radioactive waste

The correct answer is **genotoxic waste**.

Which strategy is intended to achieve the outcome of "Healthier environments"? Improve cooking and heating technologies Utilize a “health in all policies” approach Enforce smoking bans Change consumption

The strategy that is most directly intended to achieve the outcome of "Healthier environments" is to **Utilize a “health in all policies” approach**. This approach integrates health considerations into policymaking across various sectors, which can lead to healthier environments by addressing factors such as air quality, safe housing, and community design. While the other strategies—improving cooking and heating technologies, enforcing

Indicate whether the following statement is true or false: Women experience significant exposure to conventional environmental hazards like smoke from cooking with solid fuels. Select one: True False

True

Select the correct answer. How many annual deaths in the African region are due to environmental causes? 3,2 million 3,5 million 2, 2 million 3,8 million

The correct answer is **3.2 million** annual deaths in the African region due to environmental causes.

Select the correct answer. The two most populous countries in Africa are ... South Africa and Ethiopia South Africa and Nigeria Ethiopia and Democratic Republic of Congo Nigeria and Ethiopia

The correct answer is: **Nigeria and Ethiopia**.

Select the correct answer. How can coal, a fossil fuel, be described? Combustible sedimentary rock A mixture of methane, ethane, propane and butane It is energy dense, light and relatively stable Produced on a human time scale

The correct answer is: **Combustible sedimentary rock**

Select the correct answer. Diarrhea is a symptom of... food and seafood that is overcooked infection mostly due to Escherichia coli and the Rotavirus infection caused by malnutrition infection mostly du

The correct answer is: **infection mostly due to Escherichia coli and the Rotavirus**

Indicate whether the following statement is true or false: Waste management succeeds due to landfills that safeguard water from contamination. Select one: True False

False. While landfills are a common method of waste management, they can pose risks of water contamination if not properly managed and regulated. Effective waste management involves various strategies to minimize environmental impact, including protecting water resources, but landfills alone do not guarantee water safety.

Select the correct answer. Ethanol is made from… corn, sorghum and barley corn, sugar beets and animal fats crop waste and sugar beets crop waste and vegetable fats

The correct answer is: **corn, sorghum and barley**.

Select the correct answer. What potential health hazard can result from elevated levels of sulfur dioxide in the atmosphere? Migraine headaches Osteoporosis Chronic bronchitis Skin cancer

The correct answer is **Chronic bronchitis**. Elevated levels of sulfur dioxide in the atmosphere can lead to respiratory issues and chronic bronchitis, as it irritates the airways.

Select the correct answer. Who was the pioneer in public health that described how DDT (Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane) might increase the risk of cancer and birth defects? Herbert Needleman William Farr Irving Selikoff Rachel Cars

The correct answer is **Rachel Carson**. She is known for her pivotal work in raising awareness about the dangers of pesticides, particularly DDT, in her book "Silent Spring," where she discussed its potential impacts on health and the environment, including cancer and birth defects.

Select the correct answer. 860 mm per year is the average rainfall of ... . the Southern Hemisphere South Africa the African continent the world

The correct answer is **the world**.

Select the correct answer. What number of global deaths that are linked to the environment, are non-communicable diseases? 8,2 million 7 million 5,8 million 10 million

The correct answer is **8.2 million**. This number represents the estimated global deaths linked to the environment that are associated with non-communicable diseases.

Indicate whether the following statement is true or false: In ancient times, prior to industrialization, air pollution was already recognized as an environmental issue Select one: True False

True

Select the correct answer. Which non-communicable disease, caused by the environment, causes the 8th most deaths? Cancers Neonatal conditions Ischemic heart disease Unintentional injuries

The correct answer is **Cancers**. Cancers, which can be influenced by environmental factors, are one of the leading causes of death globally and rank among the top causes of mortality.

Select the correct answer. Which non-communicable disease, caused by the environment, causes the 5th most deaths? Intentional injuries Neonatal conditions Respiratory infections Chronic respiratory disease

The correct answer is **Chronic respiratory disease**. Chronic respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma, can be influenced by environmental factors and are among the leading causes of death globally.

Select the correct answer. How can the pressures on water sources caused by land use be described? Not enough water treatment facilities available, especially in informal settlements Can cause a change in acidity and metal content of water

All of the options provided describe different ways in which land use can put pressure on water sources. However, if you are looking to choose one that sums up or exemplifies the overall impact of land use on water sources, each option highlights a distinct consequence. If I were to select the most comprehensive answer, I would choose: **Increase in the laying of impervious surfaces (such as concrete) diminishes rainwater recharge to