Question

The term “water-pollution” can be defined in several ways. Which of the following statements does not give the correct definition?

• A. The addition of undesirable substances to water bodies.
• B. The removal of desirable substances from water bodies.
• C. A change in pressure of the water bodies.
• D. Addition of industrial wastes into the water bodies.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

A change in pressure of the water bodies.

Water pollution is the contamination of water present on the earth. This contamination is caused by many factors especially human activities. Addition of undesirable substances to water bodies, the addition of industrial waste into water bodies, or the removal of desirable substances from water bodies., etc causes water pollution. Change in pressure of water bodies doesn’t cause water pollution.