ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (II)

Basic Science JSS1 Third Term

WEEK TWO

ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (II)

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

EFFECTS OF POLLUTION

Content

REFERENCE
Precious seed BASIC SCIENCE FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS BOOK

EFFECTS OF POLLUTION

1. Environment Degradation: Environment is the first casualty for increase in pollution weather in air or water. The increase in the amount of CO₂ in the atmosphere leads to smog which can restrict sunlight from reaching the earth. Thus, preventing plants in the process of photosynthesis. Gases like Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide can cause acid rain. Water pollution in terms of Oil spill may lead to death of several wildlife species.
2. Human Health: The decrease in quality of air leads to several respiratory…