Pollution - Preventive Measures — Flashcards

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Pollution is the contamination of air, soil, or water by the discharge of harmful substances. It harms living things and disturbs the environment.

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Pollution prevention is the reduction or elimination of pollution at the source. It is better to stop pollution before it is created than to clean it later.

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Efficient use of raw materials reduces waste, saves resources, and lowers the amount of harmful substances produced. This helps protect human health and the environment.

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Carpooling is the sharing of car journeys so that more than one person travels in a car. It is also called car sharing, ride sharing, lift sharing, or covoiturage. It helps reduce travel costs and pol…

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Carpooling reduces carbon emissions, traffic congestion, and the need for parking spaces. It also lowers each person's costs, tolls, and driving stress.

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Carpooling is more useful for people who work in places with many jobs nearby and for those who live in areas with high residential density.

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Public transport includes trains, trams, and buses. It offers an alternative to private vehicles and helps reduce road traffic and air pollution.

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Public transport can relieve traffic congestion and reduce air pollution from road transport. Encouraging it supports a more sustainable transport system.