Science, asked by sid248, 1 year ago

what happens when insectivides motor oil paint are poured down the drain

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Answered by devil2098
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if the paint is pour down in the drain septic system as well as wastewater treatment system will not work properly
Answered by Surnia
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These contaminants can contaminate the water in the drain.

Explanation:

  • The insecticides are the chemicals which are used to reduce the population of the insects growing on the crops. These chemicals can deteriorate the quality of water flowing in the drain.
  • The motor oil will add inorganic chemicals to the water in the drain which reduce the oxygen content of the water in which it flow. Thus the living beings in water body may die.
  • The paint will add organic and inorganic chemicals to the water of drain hence will also contaminate the water it can cause eutrophication as paint may contain heavy metals which can affect the quality of water.

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