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Title: Explain why indoor air pollution is considered the most serious air pollution problem by some ...
Post by: jco177 on Jan 22, 2018
Explain why indoor air pollution is considered the most serious air pollution problem by some experts. In your answer, utilize recent facts about indoor air pollution that stem from EPA studies.
 
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Title: Explain why indoor air pollution is considered the most serious air pollution problem by some ...
Post by: holaholapiepie on Jan 22, 2018
1. Levels of 11 common pollutants are generally two to five times higher inside U.S. homes and commercial buildings than they are outdoors, and in some cases they are up to 100 times higher.

2. Pollution levels inside cars that are stalled in traffic are up to 18 times higher than levels outside.

3. The health risks from exposure to such chemicals are magnified because most people in developed urban areas spend 7098 of their time indoors or inside vehicles.