Question

Why are lakes and ponds more vulnerable to pollution than river water?

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Answer 1

Answer:

The ponds are more vulnerable to pollution loads, due to their small size which limits their buffering capacity, than large lakes or rivers.

Explanation:

Hydrological conditions of pond water also affect fish production, other aquacultural activities, and more important eutrophication process.

Answer 2

Answer:

Dilution of pollutants in lakes is less effective than in most streams because most lake water is not mixed well and has little flow. ... The Great Lakes contain at least 95% of the fresh surface water in the United States. These lakes are vulnerable to pollution from point and nonpoint sources.

Explanation:

These microscopic organisms can take over a freshwater habitat like this pond. Also, soil washed off from the fields into rivers can cover stream bottoms