Question

Which of the following is an effect of soil pollution?

• A. Sewage sludge is contaminated with pathogenic bacteria, viruses and worms.
• B. Loss of fertility
• C. Various diseases related to digestive system
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

• Soil pollution is defined as the presence of toxic chemicals (pollutants or contaminants) in soil, in high enough concentrations to pose a risk to human health and/or the ecosystem.
• The effects of soil pollution are:
• Sewage sludge is contaminated with pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and worms.
  
• Loss of fertility of soil.
• Results in Various diseases related to the digestive system.
• So, the correct answer is 'All the above'.