Learning points for Unit 1:The Air We Breathe

Molecules in the air include primarily nitrogen and oxygen as well as water, carbon dioxide, ozone, and many other compounds in trace amounts, some created naturally, others the result of human activity.

In addition to gases, the atmosphere contains extras such as smoke, dust, acid droplets, and pollen.

The composition of the atmosphere changes constantly and depends on the season, weather, time of day, latitude, longitude, elevation, and geography.

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Week 3 CM8001

Not only did we had a test today, we’ve also learned that our professor is not perfect and that dihydrogen monoxide is water.

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Did you know? 

In some cases, passengers inhale more polluted air than pedestrians. For example, in a new car, there are many substances like the smell of glue, etc.