Pollution

What is Pollution? Is the introduction of contaminants into an environment.

General Effects: Instability, disorder, harm or discomfort to the physical systems or living organisms therein.

Forms of Pollution Chemical substances, or energy, such as noise, heat, or light energy.

Classification Can be foreign substances or energies. Naturally occurring, when they exceed natural levels. ContaminantsPollutants

Environment Pollution Water Soil Air

Water pollution i.Toxic ii.Thermal iii.Organic iv.Ecological i.fertilizers, oil, solvents, cleaning products and painting ii.Water used to cool off the machinery of an industry. iii.Organic matter iv.i.e. volcanic eruptions

Examples:

Consequences: Acid rain

Soil Pollution Soil Degradation DesertificationPollution

What is Desertification? Process in which fertile soils in semi-arid regions lose their capability to sustain as much or even.

Examples:

Air Pollution The release of harmful contaminants or substances.

Main Pollutants Ozone Particulate Matter Carbon monoxide Nitrogen Oxides Sulfur dioxide Lead

Effects:  Ecosystems  Reduction of visibility  Global warming  Health: i. Irritation and inflammation ii. Breathing difficulties iii. Lung damage iv. Heart disease v. Vision problems vi. Premature death

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