8.14 Pollution and Human Health

Identify sources of human health issues that are linked to pollution.

• It can be difficult to establish a cause and effect between pollutants and human health issues because humans experience exposure to a variety of chemicals and pollutants.
• Dysentery is caused by untreated sewage in streams and rivers.
• Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused mainly by exposure to asbestos.
• Respiratory problems and overall lung function can be impacted by elevated levels of tropospheric ozone.
• Enduring understanding EIN-3: Pollutants can have both direct and indirect impacts on the health of organisms, including humans.