According to the dictionary, air pollution is the contamination of air by smoke and harmful gases, mainly oxides of carbon, sulfur, and nitrogen. ( 1 And maybe by that smelly uncle.) Some examples of air pollution include: 2  Exhuast fumes from vehicles. 3  The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, or gas.
Cuomoâs plan, called the Excelsior Scholarship, would ensure free tuition at New Yorkâs public two- and four-year institutions to students whose families make up to $125,000 per year.
The cost is $4,362 and 22% more expensive than the average New York tuition of $20,118 for 4 year colleges. Tuition ranks 114th in New York amongst 4 year colleges for affordability and is the 74th most expensive 4 year college in the state.