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Some Sources of Air Pollution Ways to Reduce Air Pollution
Car, truck, and bus fumes Walk, ride bike, car pool, use public transportation
Smoke from burning leaves Compost leaves
Smoke from gasoline-powered lawn mowers Make sure lawn mower is tuned up, or use electric mower
Smoke from power plants and factories Reduce electricity use at home
Water treatment plants that use energy to clean water, which pollutes the air Conserve water
Indoor pollution from burning cigarettes Ask smokers to smoke outdoors
Indoor pollution from the fumes from cleansers, oven cleaners, and polishes Use safe products such as baking soda, lemon juice, and white vinegar


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