Question

What is water pollution? Describe its various sources and harmful effects.

Answer 1

Answer:

Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, usually as a result of human activities. This can be caused by throwing trash in water bodies, Burning of fossil fuels,Construction activities,Leaking landfills,Animal waste etc..

The harmful effects are Death of aquatic (water) animals, diseases, destruction of ecosystems, Disruption of food-chains.

Answer 2

Answer:

Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, usually as a result of human activities. Water bodies include for example lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers and groundwater. Water pollution results when contaminants are introduced into the natural environment.

SOURCES: Surface water and groundwater have often been studied and managed as separate resources even though they are interrelated.[21] Surface water seeps through the soil and becomes groundwater. Conversely, groundwater can also feed surface water sources. Sources of surface water pollution are generally grouped into two categories based on their origin.