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Cars pollute and give off the chemicals in the smoke coming out of it. If you breathe in the smoke a lot, like if it goes in your house and is trapped in there, and you breathe normally, you will have some poisoning. Any kind of smoke such as cigars, cars, fires, etc) can affect your breathing.
Studies in Mexico City, one of the heavily polluted cities on the planet, show that the brains of children have lesions similar to those found in people with Alzheimer's disease. The brains of healthy children who had died in car accidents were autopsied. Bright children were exhibiting cognitive difficulties by the age of 11 and were also deficient in their sense of smell, a precursor to Alzheimer's.
Pollution causes lung and heart disease but also is now linked to brain disease.
It has been known for sometime that the exhaust of trucks is an enormous source of nanoparticles. Particles small enough to cross into tissue of the lungs and body. It is now been shown that these particles can affect brain tissue. [References Calderón-Garcidueñas; ]
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Pollution can cause a range of illnesses, including respiratory problems such as Asthma, bronchitis, and lung cancer. It can also contribute to Heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions. Prolonged exposure to certain pollutants like lead and chemicals can lead to neurological disorders and developmental issues in children. Overall, pollution has adverse effects on both physical and mental health.
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Does biogas cause pollution?
AFAIK, Yes. The theory is though that whatever produced the biogas in the first place cancels out the pollution caused when the gas is used. Don't take this for fact though, look at catalytic converters as an example. They reduce SOME pollution but what do they cause ;)
Diseases passed from person to person through the air or by contact are .?
They can cause many different illnesses.
What diseases does cocci cause?
Cocci is a type of bacteria that can cause many illnesses. Among the diseases it causes include pneumonia, strep throat, food poisoning, septic shock and skin disease.
What is nutrient pollution?
A nutrient pollution is one of the most widespread, challenging and costly environmental problem in the United States of America today. Too much phosphorous and nitrogen in the water and air is the cause of this dilemma.
What are two examples of a enviromental stressor?
Some examples would be: economic status family life peer interactions job environment Stress level
How does pollution affects performance in sport?
Pollution can affect ones lungs, and that can cause illnesses. Illnesses can result in poor performances due to lack of air
What is the harm that ozone pollution can cause?
It can cause chest pain, congestion, and other serious illnesses.
Can wind cause pollution?
No, wind does not cause pollution
What illnesses did people get because of the pollution from the nuclear explosion?
Most illnesses were cancer related because of the ionising radiation in the nuclear fall-out after the explosion.
Can plutonium causing neurological illnesses?
Plutonium is not a cause of neurological illnesses.
Is air pollution cause landslides?
no air pollution does not cause landslides
How does matter cause pollution?
Matter does not cause pollution. Human beings do.
What are the fossil fuels that do not cause pollution?
There isn't any fossill fuels that don't cause pollution. All fossil fuels cause pollution.
Does a computer cause pollution?
No, computers themselves do not cause pollution. However, they could be a source of pollution if improperly disposed of.
How do plastic bags cause pollution?
they cause pollution because it is harmful to the environment.
How pollution cause destruction of forests?
pollution
What are the different types of pollution caused by plastics?
soil pollution. burning can cause air pollution and breathing cause respiratory problems. water pollution.
