Residents of Poor and Minority Communities Often Receive More Exposure

question 59

True/False

Residents of poor and minority communities often receive more exposure to environmental toxins than people who live in wealthier communities.

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Definitions:

Selective Perception

The cognitive process where individuals perceive what they want in media messages while ignoring opposing viewpoints, influenced by their background, beliefs, and attitudes.

Aboriginal Reserve System

A system historically used in various countries to designate specific lands for Indigenous populations, often with the intent of isolating and controlling these communities.

Cultural Genocide

The deliberate destruction of the cultural heritage, practices, and identity of a group or society, often aimed at erasing its historical presence and integrating its members into a dominating culture.

Segregation

The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment, often resulting in the use of different facilities or living areas.