AIR POLLUTION
Pollutants in the air aren't always visible and come from many different sources.
In Chiapas, air pollution is one of the problems found in its largest cities; The lack of
effective control standards to prevent the population at the levels of pollution for what
is recommended, which causes health impacts and premature deaths in the most
populated areas of the territory.
According to Imco estimates, air pollution in the state has caused the premature death
of 52 people, 79 hospitalizations and 5 thousand 89 consultations, caused by an
environmental deficit derived from the growth of motor vehicles, industries, shops and
services in the city. they affect the environment and project a high morbidity,
especially in urban areas.
Poor air quality produces short-term effects, with respiratory and cardiovascular problems
being the most common - asthmatic crises, arrhythmias and heart attacks. However,
Chiapas lacks information to assess the condition of the air, according to the Institute.
National Ecology and Climate Change (INECC).
What is air pollution?
Air pollution is a mix of particles and gases that can reach harmful concentrations both outside and
indoors. Its effects can range from higher disease risks to rising temperatures. Soot, smoke, mold,
pollen, methane, and carbon dioxide are a just few examples of common pollutants.
Air pollution refers to the release of pollutants into the air that are detrimental to human health
and the planet as a whole.
There are two types of primary and secondary contaminants:
Primary is known as the contaminants that are a direct result of the process. A classic
example of a primary pollutant would be sulfur dioxide emitted by factories.
Secondary are the results of the mixing and reactions of the primary pollutants. The
smog created by the interactions of several primary pollutants
Causes of Air pollution
Burning of Fossil Fuels: Sulfur dioxide emitted from the
combustion of fossil fuels like coal, petroleum and other
factory combustibles is one the major cause of air
pollution. Pollution emitting from vehicles including trucks,
jeeps, cars, trains, airplanes cause immense amount of
pollution. We rely on them to fulfill our daily basic needs of
transportation. But, there overuse is killing our
environment as dangerous gases are polluting the
environment.
Agricultural activities: Agricultural activities: Ammonia is a
very common by product from agriculture related activities
and is one of the most hazardous gases in the atmosphere.
Use of insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers in agricultural
activities has grown quite a lot. They emit harmful
chemicals into the air and can also cause water pollution.
Mining operations: Mining is a process wherein minerals
below the earth are extracted using large equipments.
During the process dust and chemicals are released in the
air causing massive air pollution.
Indoor air pollution: Household cleaning products, painting
supplies emit toxic chemicals in the air and cause air
pollution
Effects of Air pollution
Respiratory and heart problems: The effects of Air pollution
are alarming. They are known to create several respiratory
and heart conditions along with Cancer, among other
threats to the body.
Global warming: Another direct effect is the immediate
alterations that the world is witnessing due to Global
warming. With increased temperatures world wide,
increase in sea levels and melting of ice from colder
regions and icebergs, displacement and loss of habitat
have already signaled an impending disaster if actions for
preservation and normalization aren’t undertaken soon.
Acid Rain: Harmful gases like nitrogen oxides and sulfur
oxides are released into the atmosphere during the burning
of fossil fuels. When it rains, the water droplets combines
with these air pollutants, becomes acidic and then falls on
the ground in the form of acid rain. Acid rain can cause
great damage to human, animals and crops.
Effect on Wildlife: Just like humans, animals also face some
devastating affects of air pollution. Toxic chemicals present
in the air can force wildlife species to move to new place
and change their habitat. The toxic pollutants deposit over
the surface of the water and can also affect sea animals.
Depletion of Ozone layer: Ozone exists in earth’s stratosphere and is responsible for protecting
humans from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Earth’s ozone layer is depleting due to the presence of
chlorofluorocarbons, hydro chlorofluorocarbons in the atmosphere.
Solutions for Air Pollution
Use public mode of transportation: Encourage people to use more and more public modes of
transportation to reduce pollution.
Conserve energy: Switch off fans and lights when you are going out. Large amount of fossil fuels
are burnt to produce electricity. You can save the environment from degradation by reducing the
amount of fossil fuels to be burned.
Understand the concept of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle: Do not throw away items that are of no
use to you. In-fact reuse them for some other purpose.
Emphasis on clean energy resources: Clean energy technologies like solar, wind and geothermal
are on high these days. Governments of various countries have been providing grants to
consumers who are interested in installing solar panels for their home. This will go a long way to
curb air pollution.
Use energy efficient devices: CFL lights consume less electricity as against their counterparts. They
live longer, consume less electricity, lower electricity bills and also help you to reduce pollution by
consuming less energy.
Existen dos tipos de contaminantes Primario y secundario:
Primario es conocido como los contaminantes que son un resultado directo del
proceso pueden llamarse contaminantes primarios. Un ejemplo clásico de un
contaminante primario sería el dióxido de azufre emitido por las fábricas.
Secundario son los causados por la mezcla y las reacciones de los contaminantes
primarios. El smog creado por las interacciones de varios contaminantes primarios
