4th Period - Environmental Concerns in Southern & Eastern Asia

Sort each statement about environmental issues to the country in which it occurs. India (3) In rural areas, the use of open cook fires and the burning of dung cakes for fuel has contributed to air pollution. The changing winds that bring in seasonal monsoons contribute to flooding in this country. Ritual practices such as bathing and scattering the ashes of cremated bodies has contributed to water pollution. China (3) To limit the burning of coal to create electricity, this country built the Three Gorges dam to provide clean-energy hydroelectric power. The major river of this nation is not as heavily populated as other rivers because of its deadly and frequent floods. The poor air quality in this country nearly prevented it from hosting the 2008 Olympic games. Both China and India (5) Respiratory disease caused by breathing polluted air affects millions in this nation. Industrial waste and agricultural run-off are major causes of water pollution. Industry and automobile emissions are linked to air pollution in this massively populated nation. A number of illnesses are linked to the consumption of contaminated water. The Asian Brown Cloud is causing changes in temperature and precipitation Match the term to the definition. run-off Water that moves across the land surface and into streams and rivers chemical fertilizers any substance used to enhance the soil for growing purposes; runoff can pollute the water table cremation the practice of burning bodies sewage The water and human wastes that are washed down sinks, toilets, and showers sanitation maintaining a clean condition in order to promote hygiene and prevent disease contamination The introduction of dangerous chemicals, disease, or infectious materials. This photograph is from the Oshiwara River in Mumbai, India. What would be the MOST likely impact or effect from this type of pollution? global warming outbreak of disease decreased precipation decreased crop production Which of China's rivers is most susceptible to deadly floods? Congo River Yangtze River Yellow River Ganges River Which weather pattern in shown in the map? Typhoon Tsunami Monsoon Flooding Which of China's rivers supports over 185 towns and is vulnerable to the overgrowth of blue-algae due to chemical and industrial runoff, resulting in contaminated fish? Yellow River Yangtze River Huang He River Ganges River