The cause of water pollution is:
Correct answer: D. All
- A. Presticides
- B. Detergents
- C. Tanneries
- D. All
Explanation
The human activities such as livestock waste, landfills, agriculture, pesticides, oil leaks and spills, disposal of industrial effluents on open land, water bodies, septic tanks, detergents, mining, petroleum and natural gas production may result in the contamination of the surface and ground waters.
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Atmospheric pollution includes smog, acid rain, greenhouse gases, ozone depletion and the effects of carbon monoxide, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter. Water pollution covers sewage, industrial waste, eutrophication and treatment stages, while green chemistry focuses on reducing hazardous substances, waste and energy use through safer, more efficient processes.
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