EVS ASSIGNMENT

(On household pollutants)

Written by - vidyanand
Roll.no - 230512023128
Section – B ,semester – 2

DSEU Mayur Vihar campus

AIM
Make a list of pollutants in your house. Find out the ways to reduce them to 50 percent
and improve the indoor air quality of your own house.

some common pollutants that we use in our household.

1. Biological Contaminants (mold, bacteria, dust mites)
2. Lead
3. Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
4. Formaldehyde
5. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
6. Particulate Matter (PM2.5 and PM10)
7. Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Sources of Indoor Pollutants

1. Household Products
 Cleaning agents.
 Pesticides.
 Personal care products.
2. Outdoor Sources
 Polluted air coming inside from outside.
3. Cooking and Heating
 Kerosene stoves.
 Gas stoves.
4. Building Materials
 Asbestos materials.
 Lead-based paints.
 Formaldehyde in some furniture.
5. Biological Sources
 Damp areas causing mold.
 Houseplants.

Causes of Indoor Air Pollution

1. Poor Ventilation
 Not enough fresh air coming in
 Closed windows and doors
2. High Humidity
 Dampness leading to mold and dust mites
3. Overcrowding
 Too many people in small spaces.

Practical Steps and solutions for Households

 1. Keep the House Clean
 Regular dusting and vacuuming.
 Use dehumidifiers to control humidity.
2. Use Safe Cleaning Products
 Choose natural or organic cleaning products.
 Avoid products with strong fragrances.
3. Regular Inspections
 Check for mold and pests regularly.
 Ensure gas appliances are well-maintained and leak-free.
4. Improve Ventilation
 Keep windows open whenever possible.
 Use kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans.
5. Reduce Use of Pollutants
 Avoid smoking indoors.
 Limit use of incense sticks and candles.

Effects on Health

1. Problems in Children
 Poor lung development.
 Issues with learning and concentration.
2. Respiratory Issues
 Asthma.
 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
 Lung infections.
3. Allergic Reactions
 Skin and eye irritations.
4. Cancer
 Long-term exposure to radon and asbestos.
5. Heart Problems
 High blood pressure.
 Heart diseases.
6. Headaches and Fatigue
 Feeling tired and having headaches.