6.2 The Air: Breath of Life
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Breaking News: Smog Alert Declared in Metro City Metro City officials issued a red-level smog alert today as air quality plunged to hazardous levels, with the AQI exceeding 400. Residents woke up to a thick blanket of smog, reducing visibility and creating a choking atmosphere. Authorities attribute the pollution spike to vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and stagnant weather conditions. People are urged to stay indoors, avoid outdoor exercise, and use air purifiers. Schools are closed, and public transport is free to discourage car usage. Emergency measures are underway to curb emissions. |
What is smog?
Imagine a villainous cloud ☁️ that hangs low over your city, mixing smoke and fog into a murky, toxic mess—that’s smog! 😷 It’s made of nasty pollutants from cars 🚗, factories 🏭, and burning things like coal or trash 🗑️. Smog loves sunny days 🌞, where sunlight reacts with these pollutants to create its infamous hazy blanket. It’s bad for breathing, makes your eyes sting 👀, and ruins the view 🌫️.
What is acid rain?
Think of rain 🌧️ as a friendly helper—except when it teams up with pollution! Acid rain happens when sulfur dioxide 💨 and nitrogen oxides ⚡ mix with water in the air. The result? Rain that’s more like lemon juice 🍋 than fresh spring water! 🌿 It harms plants 🌱, lakes 🌊, buildings 🏢, and even sneaks into the soil 🌍 to cause trouble. Definitely not your average shower! 🚿