Effect on Humans
- Cause respiratory diseases
- Linked to chronic bronchitis
- Increases in asthma prevalence
- Women have increased risk for breast cancer
- Can cause lung damage
- Risk increases during pregnancy
Effect on Our ecosystem
- Excessive levels of acid in lakes
- Damage trees
- Reduce biodiversity
- Damage soil
- Exhaust can accumulate in leaves
- Harm fish
- Affect scenic views
- Eutrophication