![Dead field due to pollution damage](graphics/IIID2c_dead_field_pollution_damage.jpg)
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pollution interferes with photosynthesis, which hurts plants' ability to use
sunlight to convert water and carbon dioxide to food and fiber. It can cause
yellow, partly dead leaves which also reduce photosynthesis.
Smog can make
plants more vulnerable to injury from diseases or insects. Crop yields are
lower, and the produce has less carbohydrate or food energy and doesn't look as
healthy making it harder to sell and less nutritious.
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Pollution
injures plants' leaves, stems, and roots
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It
reduces crop yields and makes fruit smaller, lighter and less nutritious
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It
spots leaves and fruit reducing their value
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It kills plants
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Impact on Health
Impact on Environment
Air
Pollution Damages Crops
Air
Pollution in Wildlands
How
Does Pollution Damage Plants?
Impact on Economy
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