IB ESS — Topic 8.3

Urban air pollution

Topic 8.3 investigates the sources, types, and health impacts of urban air pollution, including particulate matter, ground-level ozone, and photochemical smog. Students evaluate air quality management strategies and analyse case studies of cities addressing pollution challenges.

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8.3.1Sources of urban air pollution 8.3.2Impacts of urban air pollution 8.3.3Managing urban air pollution

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