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    How to Understand Air Quality

    Breathing polluted air can be risky. Keep track of the Air Quality Index (AQI) in your area and follow the guidelines in your area to protect yourself when air quality is unhealthy.

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    Aaron Baker

    May 7, 2021 • Updated Feb 21, 2024 • 4 min read
    Pollution
    How to Understand Air Quality

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    A nuclear power plant is a thermal power generator that produces electricity by splitting atoms to create steam, which is then used to power up steam turbines. Statistically, nuclear power plants are extremely safe, but there have been incidents where various malfunctions led to serious problems and safety risks.

    Aaron Baker
    Aaron Baker

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    Water Quality & Pollution

    Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, usually as a result of human activities. Water bodies include for example lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers and groundwater. Water pollution results when contaminants are introduced into the natural environment.

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    Lauren Chambliss

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