Question

why river pollution is significant danger????​

Answer 1

Answer:

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This is why a polluted river is a serious danger to its surroundings and its government. water pollution may not damage our health immediately but can be harmful after long term exposure. ... Suspended particles in freshwater reduces the quality of drinking water for human and the aquatic environment for marine life.

Answer 2

Explanation:

1. Heavy metals from industrial processes can accumulate in nearby lakes and rivers.
2. These are toxic to marine life such as fish and shellfish, and subsequently to the humans who eat them.
3. Heavy metals can slow development; result in birth defects and some are carcinogenic.Industrial waste often contains many toxic compounds that damage the health of aquatic animals and those who eat them.
4. Some of the toxins in industrial waste may only have a mild effect whereas other can be fatal.
5. They can cause immune suppression, reproductive failure or acute poisoning.