Air quality worsens from "summary" of Adventures in the Anthropocene by Gaia Vince
As we continue to burn fossil fuels and release pollutants into the atmosphere, the quality of the air we breathe is deteriorating. The emissions from vehicles, factories, and power plants are filling the air with harmful substances, leading to a range of health problems for humans and other species. Particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and ozone are just some of the pollutants that can be found in the air we breathe. These pollutants can irritate our respiratory systems, leading to conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and even lung cancer. They can also have wide-ranging effects on ecosystems, harming plants and animals that rely on clean air to survive. In urban areas, where pollution levels are particularly high, the impact on human health can be severe. Children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions are particularly vulne...
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