Question

Discuss the different effects of industries on our ecosytem.

Answer 1

Industrialization which is important for the economic growth and development of a society can also be harmful to the environment. It can cause climate change, air pollution, water and soil pollution, health issues, extinction of species, and more.

• Industry is a major cause of air pollution because the operation of factories results in the emission of pollutants, including organic solvents, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides.
  
• Untreated wastewater can cause pollution of groundwater reservoirs, damage of transport and wastewater treatment systems, and degradation of treated wastewater and sludge. It would disqualify them from being used for agricultural purposes. It also removes flora and fauna of water.
  
• Soil contamination is caused by direct exposure to the pollutant, leakage of toxic gases into buildings, and groundwater pollution. The properties of soil result in pollutants remaining in the soil long after the pollution incident. It also kills various microorganisms which live in soil and increase the quality of soil. E.g. Lichens.