Question

Thermal pollution results in

• A. Depletion of O₂
• B. Increase in the temperature of water bodies
• C. Death of aquatic animals
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

Thermal pollution can have the following effects:

1. Deoxygenation of water and rise in temperature of water.

2. Increase in microbial activity and death of fish.

3. Affects the migration of aquatic animals.

4. Change in composition of flora and fauna in particular zones.

5. Increased toxicity of chemicals in effluents.