HOME  >  Environment of Tawau >  Air pollution in Sabah

Air pollution in Sabah

Smoke spills from palm oil factory in deforested rainforest area Balung Town, along the Pan-Borneo Highway. An example of air pollution produced by the palm oil mill
 

Air pollution
The release of chemicals and particulates into the atmosphere. Common gaseous pollutants include carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and nitrogen oxides produced by industry and motor vehicles. Photochemical ozone and smog are created as nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons react to sunlight. Particulate matter, or fine dust is characterized by their micrometer size PM10 to PM2.5.

More about Balung Town, Sabah
More about Oil Palm Plantation environment in Malaysia

RELATED  TOPICS