Question

The addition of harmful materials to water that destroys its quality is called water pollution.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

The addition of harmful materials to water that destroys its quality is called water pollution. The sources of inland water pollution are community waste water. i.e. sewage and excessive usage of detergents. Wastes from chemical industries, thermal power plants, oil refineries etc. are the major sources of pollution of water reservoirs. Modern agricultural practices which depend heavily on fertilizers and pesticides are another major sources of water pollution.