Types of Pollution

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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What are the main types of pollution?

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The main types of pollution are air pollution, water pollution, land pollution, and noise pollution.

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What causes air pollution?

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Air pollution is caused by burning fossil fuels, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust.

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What are air pollutants?

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Air pollutants are tiny particles of matter that you cannot see but are very harmful to your health.

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How can we reduce air pollution?

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We can reduce air pollution by walking, riding bikes, using public transport, and reducing car use.

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What is water pollution?

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Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans, with harmful substances.

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What causes water pollution?

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Water pollution is caused by dumping trash, chemicals, and waste into water bodies.

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What is land pollution?

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Land pollution is the degradation of the Earth's land surfaces caused by human activities.

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What causes land pollution?

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Land pollution is caused by littering, industrial waste, and the use of pesticides.

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What is noise pollution?

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Noise pollution is the excessive or harmful levels of noise in the environment.