what is water pollution write the causes of water pollution ?give answer in point
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Discharge of domestic and industrial effluent wastes, leakage from water tanks, marine dumping, radioactive waste and atmospheric deposition are major causes of water pollution. Heavy metals that disposed off and industrial waste can accumulate in lakes and river, proving harmful to humans and animals.
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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.
Various Causes of Water Pollution
- Industrial Waste. ...
- Sewage and Wastewater. ...
- Mining Activities. ...
- Marine Dumping. ...
- Accidental Oil Leakage. ...
- The burning of fossil fuels. ...
- Chemical fertilizers and pesticides. ...
- Leakage From Sewer Lines.
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