Urban areas create large amounts air, water, and soil pollution, as well as large amounts of solid waste. Name two other types of pollution that are more common in urban areas compared to rural areas.

What will be an ideal response?


Noise and light pollution.

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A) 30% B) 10% C) 40% D) 50% E) 20%

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A) water evaporates. B) ice forms. C) water flows down a river. D) snow falls.

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a. ?Wear cotton or wool clothes. b. ?Connect the garden hoses to faucets. c. ?Place your vehicle in a garage and close the door. d. ?Open all interior doors in your house. e. ?Prop a ladder against the roof.

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