Water Pollution

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What is water pollution?

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Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies (like rivers, lakes, and oceans) due to harmful substances or pollutants, which can adversely affect aquatic life and human health.

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What is point source pollution?

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Point source pollution refers to water pollution that comes from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or a factory discharge.

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What is non-point source pollution?

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Non-point source pollution is pollution that comes from many diffuse sources and is hard to trace back to a single origin, such as runoff from agricultural fields.

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Give an example of point source pollution.

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An example of point source pollution is a factory discharging waste into a river.

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Give an example of non-point source pollution.

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An example of non-point source pollution is agricultural runoff that carries fertilizers and pesticides into nearby water bodies.

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What is acid rain?

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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, often resulting from industrial emissions, which can harm aquatic ecosystems.

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How does thermal pollution occur?

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Thermal pollution occurs when industries release heated water into natural water bodies, raising the temperature and affecting aquatic life.

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What are pathogens in the context of water pollution?

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Pathogens are microorganisms, such as bacteria and viruses, that can contaminate water and cause diseases in humans and animals.

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What is wastewater?

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Wastewater is used water that contains waste products from households, industries, or agriculture, which can pollute water bodies if not treated properly.

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What is the impact of oil spills on water bodies?

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Oil spills can severely damage aquatic ecosystems, harm marine life, and disrupt local economies dependent on fishing and tourism.