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How does pollution affect all living things? (pollution types: (Air…
How does pollution affect all living things?
Air Pollution:
Air pollution consists of solid particles and gases. Many pollutants are carcinogens. People who breathe in these poisons are at a higher risk for asthma and reproductive-system damage
Water Pollution:
Water is a necessity of life. People and animals need clean drinking water. Farmers need water to irrigate crops. People enjoy using lakes and rivers for recreation. Unfortunately, this precious resource is easily contaminated by agricultural runoff, mining activities, waste treatment plants and improperly disposed-of industrial waste
pollution:
the presence in or introduction into the environment of a substance which has harmful or poisonous effects.
pollution types:
Air Pollution.
Water Pollution.
Soil pollution.
Noise pollution.
Radioactive pollution.
Light pollution.
Affects of pollution on an ecosystem:
Pollutants like oil, detergents, nitrogen and phosphate from fertilizers and lead can have a tremendous impact on the ecosystem, especially if the water gets polluted.
causes of air pollution:
Burning of Fossil Fuels
Agricultural activities
Exhaust from factories and industries
Mining operations
Indoor air pollution
Effects of air pollution:
Respiratory and heart problems
Global warming
Acid rain
Eutrophication
Effect on Wildlife
Depletion of Ozone layer
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