What exactly is light pollution? Following are some facts
By: Nicole 09-06-2022
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Light pollution, or artificial light at night, is the excessive or poor use of artificial outdoor light. This contributes to the increase in carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere.
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Here are some light pollution statistics.
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According to American Ornithological Society research, nighttime bird migration is disrupted by artificial light hundreds of miles away.
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Birds are drawn to buildings by their lights, which causes many of them to collide and die.
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Additionally, according to the findings, trees that receive ambient light shed their buds and leaves early.
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Long-term exposure to artificial light inhibits the release of melatonin, a hormone crucial for controlling the sleep-wake cycle.
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Chronic exposure to artificial light raises stress chemicals that can lead to sadness and poor memory, according to study from Johns Hopkins University.
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The same study discovered that intense light's blue wavelength stimulates unique retinal cells that impact mood, memory, and learning.
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For women exposed to higher levels of light, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified night shift work as a potential carcinogen.
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Artificial lights interfere with the moon's ability to understand how coastal animals migrate at night, according to a study by the universities of Bangor and Plymouth.
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Light pollution is lessened by using only natural light or incandescent bulbs that emit light from heat.