Question

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This image from the EPA shows the projected benefits and costs from the most recent amendments to the Clean Air Act. A net improvement in economic welfare is projected because cleaner air leads to better health and productivity for American workers. It also reduces medical expenses for air pollution-related health problems.

alternative pie chart showing comparison of benefits and costs of Clean Air Act Amendment programs

Based on your findings in parts A to C, write a summary paragraph evaluating the Clean Air Act in terms of cost and effectiveness. Cite evidence for your reasoning.

Answer 1

One of the health hazards that suprised me is that outdoor pollution is associated with hearth attacks. I know that outdoor pollution causes lung problems whether that's asthma attacks or bronchitis, but I didn't know about heart attacks. Apparently, air pollution can trigger heart attacks, stroke, and irregular heart rhythms. People who are already at risk for these conditions are more likely to have any of those. Air pollution causes damage to the inside walls of your blood vessels, causing them to become narrower and harder. Along with that, there are many different positives and negatives that came from the Clean Air Act some of which are:

Positive Outcome :

Cleaner lungs.

Decreased asthma and allergies symptoms.

Improved skin appearance.

Helps digestion.

Psychological and emotional stabilizer.

Better mood and normalized sleep patterns.

Reduce chances of lung, heart, and arterial diseases.

Negative Outcome :

According to the EPA, when we are exposed to high levels of hazardous air pollutants for an extended period of time .

We face a greater risk of suffering serious health effects, including respiratory diseases, neurological disorders, reduced fertility, damage to our immune system, and increased risks of getting cancer.

I believe that it was effective and there was definitely a purpose to this Act because even though our air pollution is getting worse each day, I'm sure that it isn't as bad as it could be if the Act wasn't put in place.