Question

What are the causes of water pollution? Discuss how you can contribute in reducing
water pollution
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Answer 1

Answer:

Water pollution can be caused by addition of

i undesirable substances like fertilizers and pesticides or any poisonous substances.

ii sewage directly entering a water body.

iii hot water from the power plant that increases the temperature and reduces the dissolved oxygen in water thus killing the aquatic organisms.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

Usually water pollution is result of human activities.

Explanation:

1. do not dispose of household chemicals for cleaning agents down the sink for toilet.

2. the sewer lines should not be directly connected to water bodies.

3. washing of clothes should be avoided near water bodies as it adds a lot of detergents to it.

4. plants trees near the banks of river to check soil erosion otherwise erosion leads to siltation of water body.

5. we should not throw a garbages or domestic waste in the water body.

6. prevent dumping of toxic compounds in the water bodies.