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8.14 Pollution and Human Health

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Which type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos?

Ozone

Mesothemlioma

Dysentery

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Describe the relationship between CERCLA and Superfund.

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Describe Love Canal.

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Identify two categories do Superfund waste sites fall into.

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Explain what "cradle-to-grave" means.

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Who controls the Superfund?

US Congress

US President

US EPA

US Vice President

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Explain what happens when the ultimate goal is achieved.

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Who has the authority to control hazardous waste from “cradle-to-grave”?

US President

US EPA

US Congress

US Vice President

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What does RCRA control?

Disposal of incenerated waste

Disposal of air pollution

Disposal of solid and hazardous waste

Disposal of eutrophication

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What are the national goals for RCRA?
(Select 4 correct answers)

Ensure hazardous waste is buried in landfills across the country

Protect human health and environment from hazardous waste

Conserving energy and natural resources

Ensuring that wastes are managed in an environmentally-sound manner

Reducing the amount of waste generated