Los Angeles is infamous for its air pollution and smog, but there are many parts of Los Angeles where the air is quite nice, especially in the mountains and by the sea. However, the people who live in these places are disproportionately white, while the people who live in the places with the worst air quality are disproportionately likely to be racial and ethnic minorities. This is an example of
A) conservation.
B) sustainable development.
C) environmental racism.
D) environmental justice.

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This is an example of environmental racism, where marginalized communities are more likely to bear the negative environmental impacts of development and pollution. The inequitable distribution of clean air and pollution is perpetuated by systems of power and privilege that benefit some groups while harming others.

Los Angeles Is Infamous for Its Air Pollution and Smog