CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

what is water pollution give 4 causes of water pollution

Open in App
Solution

Dear student,

Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies , that degrades rivers , lakes by discharge of chemical, physical or any other harmful substances.

Human activities have resulted in increased pollution of all natural resources like water, air, etc

There are many causes attributed to water pollution:

Water pollution:

a. Dumping of industrial wastes in water bodies
b. Throwing garbage, bathing animals in the water bodies

b. Oil spillage

d. Domestic sewage discharged in water bodies.


flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
3
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Not so Holy Ganga
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon