Our Planet · Topic 26 of 50
Light Pollution
⭐ MasteredLight pollution is too much artificial light at night, from street lamps and buildings. It can make it hard to see stars and can disturb animals.
💡 Fun fact
Many people in cities can no longer see the Milky Way because of light pollution.
All about Light Pollution
Light pollution is too much artificial light at night, from street lamps, signs and buildings. It makes stars hard to see and can disturb wildlife.
Shielded lights can reduce light pollution.
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Real-life uses of Light Pollution
- Stargazing in dark places
- Protecting nocturnal animals
- Designing better street lighting
Frequently asked questions about Light Pollution
What is light pollution?
Too much artificial light at night.
What does it make hard to see?
Stars.