ABSTRACT
Poor air quality can affect human health, cause damage to crops and materials and degrade sensitive ecosystems. The severity of impact is dependent upon the concentration and mixture of the pollutants, the duration of exposure and the susceptibility of the sensitive receptor (i.e. human, flora, etc.) (SEPA, 2000). Inevitably the focus of attention in many A Q A s is for the protection of human health. Nevertheless, equal consideration should be given to all receptors whether they are ecological, the built environment or human health. This chapter seeks to detail some of the most tangible effects of air pollution.
