Asthma Affects ____% of Children Between Birth and 17 Years

question 6

Essay

Asthma affects ____% of children between birth and 17 years of age.

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Definitions:

Sea Mammals

Marine animals that are part of the mammalian class, including species such as whales, dolphins, and seals, which are adapted to life in the ocean.

PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls)

A group of man-made organic chemicals consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and chlorine atoms, used in various industrial applications, now banned in many countries due to their environmental persistence and health hazards.

Indigenous Population

Ethnic groups who are the original inhabitants of a region, prior to colonization or the establishment of national boundaries.

Hazardous Waste Disposal

The process of handling and disposing of waste materials that pose a significant risk to human health or the environment, according to regulated methods designed to minimize harm.