What are the 5 major air pollutants?


What are the 5 major air pollutants?

The common air pollutants are:
  • Particulate matter (PM10 and PM2. ...
  • Ozone (O3)
  • Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)
  • Carbon monoxide (CO)
  • Sulphur dioxide (SO2)


What are the 7 main causes of air pollution?

What Causes Air Pollution?
  • The Burning of Fossil Fuels. When fossil fuels are burned, they release large amounts of carbon dioxide into the air. ...
  • Agricultural Activities. ...
  • Waste in Landfills. ...
  • Exhaust From Factories and Industries. ...
  • Mining Operations. ...
  • Fishing Fleets. ...
  • Forest Fires. ...
  • Fine Particulates.