Environment and Society — Important Questions

Plants and trees, Animals and birds, Molds and insects

Biotic elements include all living things: plants and trees, living creatures (animals, birds, humans), and molds and insects. Water and air are abiotic elements.

True

Atmosphere creates a protection shield surrounding the earth which includes air and its components, sunlight, temperature and humidity.

Natural environment, Social environment, Cultural environment

Landis mentioned three types of environment: Natural (sun, moon, earth, water, air), Social (created by men), and Cultural (customs and traditions).

True

Air pollution causes respiratory problems, asthma, heart diseases, and makes breathing difficult. It particularly affects children, pregnant women, and elderly people.