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What is air quality and?
Find out the effect of air quality on the respiratory systems of people working in various fields — farmers, factory workers, or street vendors.
Prepare a report on your findings.
Find out the effect of air quality on the respiratory systems of people working in various fields — farmers, factory workers, or street vendors.
Prepare a report on your findings.
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Key Points
AQI (Air Quality Index) measures how polluted the air is — higher AQI means worse air and greater health risk.
Key Facts
- AQI scale: 0–50 = Good, 51–100 = Satisfactory, 101–200 = Moderate, 201–300 = Poor, 301+ = Very poor / hazardous.
- Farmers: Exposed to pesticide sprays and dust during harvesting — can cause coughing, asthma, and lung damage over time.
- Factory workers: Inhale chemical fumes, smoke, and fine particles — long-term exposure causes occupational lung diseases.
- Street vendors: Constantly breathe vehicle exhaust and road dust — high risk of respiratory infections and reduced lung function.
- Wearing masks, taking breaks in fresh air, and using air purifiers help reduce risk.
Poor air quality damages the respiratory system over time — people working outdoors or near pollution sources face the highest risk.
