5.3 Analyzing Environmental Factors

• Environmental factors are aspects of the natural and built environments that affect human quality of life
• Improper waste handling can lead to environmental degradation
• What are the respiratory issues caused by poor air quality?

  Asthma, lung diseases
• Match the environmental factor with its impact on mental health:

  Air Quality ↔️ Increased stress

  Water Resources ↔️ Anxiety and depression

  Waste Management ↔️ Unease and unease

  Noise Pollution ↔️ Sleep disturbances
• Match the environmental factor with its importance:

  Air Quality ↔️ Respiratory health

  Water Resources ↔️ Hygiene and agriculture

  Waste Management ↔️ Reduces pollution

  Noise Pollution ↔️ Hearing loss prevention
• What are the effects of prolonged exposure to excessive noise?

  Hearing loss, stress, sleep disturbances
• Lack of clean water can lead to health issues
• Maintaining a healthy environment supports both physical and mental health.

  True
• Order the environmental factors based on their primary impact on human health:

  1️⃣ Air Quality

  2️⃣ Water Resources

  3️⃣ Noise Pollution

  4️⃣ Waste Management
• Poor air quality can lead to respiratory issues and other health concerns
• Clean air is essential for respiratory health and overall well-being
• How does poor air quality affect mental health?

  Increases stress and anxiety
• Order the steps policymakers should take to balance environmental protection and economic growth:

  1️⃣ Assess environmental and economic trade-offs

  2️⃣ Implement environmental policies

  3️⃣ Invest in sustainable practices

  4️⃣ Monitor long-term effects
• Access to safe drinking water is a basic human need.


  True
• Noise pollution can negatively impact mental and physical well-being.


  True
• Prolonged exposure to excessive noise can cause stress and anxiety.


  True
• Clean air is essential for respiratory health
• What are environmental factors defined as?

  Aspects of natural and built environments
• Why is efficient waste disposal important for environmental health?

  Reduces pollution and preserves resources
• What are the health effects of poor air quality?

  Respiratory and cardiovascular issues
• Improper waste disposal can lead to environmental degradation and negatively impact mental health
• What are the social consequences of poor environmental conditions?

  Health disparities and displacement
• What are the consequences of improper waste handling?

  Environmental degradation
• Prolonged exposure to excessive noise can cause hearing loss and stress.

  True
• Match the environmental factor with its impact on physical health:

  Air Quality ↔️ Respiratory and cardiovascular issues

  Water Resources ↔️ Waterborne diseases

  Waste Management ↔️ Environmental degradation

  Noise Pollution ↔️ Hearing loss and stress
• Maintaining a healthy environment supports both physical and mental health.


  True
• Match the environmental factor with its social consequences:

  Air Quality ↔️ Higher healthcare costs

  Water Resources ↔️ Conflict over water access

  Waste Management ↔️ Health epidemics

  Noise Pollution ↔️ Reduced community cohesion