Water Pollution

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What is sediment pollution?

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Sediment pollution refers to the accumulation of soil particles in water bodies, often caused by erosion, which can harm aquatic life by clogging fish gills.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is the water that is found underground in aquifers, which is stored in the spaces between soil particles and rock.

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What is the Federal Water Pollution Act of 1977?

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The Federal Water Pollution Act of 1977 is a law that made it illegal to release pollution into U.S. waters without a permit.

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What is biological water pollution?

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Biological water pollution is the contamination of water bodies by harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria from animal feces.

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How can you protect yourself from waterborne bacteria?

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You can protect yourself by washing food before eating and washing your hands often.

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What is thermal water pollution?

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Thermal water pollution occurs when industries discharge heated water into natural water bodies, affecting the temperature and harming aquatic ecosystems.

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What is toxic chemical pollution?

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Toxic chemical pollution involves the introduction of harmful chemicals into water bodies, which can be detrimental to human health and aquatic life.

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What is surface water?

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Surface water is the water that collects on the surface of the ground, including rivers, lakes, and reservoirs.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land that drains rainwater and snowmelt into a common water body, such as a river or lake.

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What is point source pollution?

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Point source pollution refers to contaminants that enter a water body from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or a ditch.