Pronunciation: [pəlˈuːt ˈe͡ə] (IPA) 
The word "pollute air" is spelled using the IPA phonetic transcription system as /pəˈluːt ɛr/. The initial "p" sound is followed by a schwa vowel sound, represented by the symbol "ə". The next two syllables, "lu" and "t" are pronounced with a long "oo" sound and a hard "t" respectively. The word "air" is pronounced with a short "e" sound and a soft "r" at the end. Overall, the word is pronounced as puh-LOOT air.
Pollute air refers to the act of introducing harmful substances or pollutants into the Earth's atmosphere, resulting in the degradation of air quality. Air pollution can be caused by various sources, both natural and human-made, such as emissions from industrial activities, vehicle exhaust fumes, combustion of fossil fuels, agricultural practices, and the release of harmful chemicals and particles from manufacturing processes.
The introduction of these pollutants into the air can have detrimental effects on human health, ecosystems, and the environment as a whole. Air pollutants can include gases like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and volatile organic compounds, as well as particulate matter such as dust, pollen, and soot.
When air becomes polluted, it can lead to a range of negative consequences. Breathing in polluted air can cause or exacerbate respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other health issues. Additionally, air pollution can contribute to the formation of smog, acid rain, and global climate change. It can harm plant and animal life, disrupt ecological balance, and degrade soil and water quality.
Efforts to reduce air pollution focus on implementing regulations, adopting cleaner technologies, improving industrial practices, and promoting sustainable energy sources. These measures aim to mitigate the harmful effects of pollutants, restore air quality, and protect human health and the environment from the detrimental impacts associated with polluted air.
The word pollute originated from the Latin word polluere, which means to defile or to make dirty. The term pollute air is simply a combination of the verb pollute with the noun air.
