Answer to Question #228163 in Sociology for NEO

Question

Discuss whether the possible pollution associated with the pandemic is anthropogenic in nature (clearly indicate what Anthropogenic means);

Answer 1

Anthropogenic is a form of pollution produced directly by human activities such as the burning of waste and carelessly dumping of plastic, metals, and other wastes materials that do not decompose. Although, the pandemic crisis has relatively improved air quality in most cities worldwide due to lockdown and transportation restrictions as a means to contain the spread of the disease. There are also some negative impacts of covid 19, especially around health institutions such as continuously burning and poorly disposal of medical wastes, haphazard uses, and disposal of disinfectants, gloves, and masks. These pollution associated with the epidemic are a result of human activities hence anthropogenic in nature