Pollution

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, causing adverse effects on ecosystems and human health.

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What is an algal bloom?

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An algal bloom is an extremely rapid growth of algae in water bodies, often due to excess nutrients.

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What is municipal solid waste?

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Municipal solid waste is garbage produced by households and businesses, including everyday items like food scraps, packaging, and old furniture.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the collection of materials that can be broken down and reprocessed to make new items, reducing waste and conserving resources.

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What are secondary air pollutants?

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Secondary air pollutants are pollutants formed through chemical reactions in the atmosphere, such as ozone and acid rain.

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What is plastic waste?

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Plastic waste refers to materials made from synthetic polymers that cannot be broken down by biological processes, leading to environmental pollution.

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What is composting?

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Composting is the process of recycling organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, into nutrient-rich soil.

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What is hazardous waste?

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Hazardous waste is waste that poses a risk to human health or the environment due to its toxic, reactive, or flammable nature.

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What is leachate?

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Leachate is the liquid that drains or 'leaches' from a landfill, which can contain harmful substances and pollutants.

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What is atmospheric deposition?

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Atmospheric deposition is the process by which pollutants are transferred from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, often through precipitation.