CEFR B2

air pollutant

noun phrase

Meaning

A substance that is released into the air and can cause harm to humans, animals, and the environment. Air pollutants can come from various sources, including industrial activities, vehicle emissions, and natural events like wildfires.

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The city's air quality index showed high levels of air pollutants due to the nearby industrial park.
Exposure to air pollutants has been linked to an increased risk of respiratory diseases like asthma.

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reduce air pollutants (verb phrase)

to decrease the amount of air pollutants — "The government has implemented policies to reduce air pollutants from industrial activities."

air pollutant emissions (noun phrase)

the release of air pollutants into the atmosphere — "The company has been fined for exceeding the allowed air pollutant emissions."

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