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WATER POLLUTION Галич О.В., вчитель англійської мови, Городищенський економічний ліцей
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Water Pollution Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies (lakes, rivers, oceans and groundwater). Water pollution occurs when pollutants are discharged directly or indirectly into water bodies.
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Different Causes of Water Pollution Marine DumpingMarine Dumping Industrial WasteIndustrial Waste Sewage, mainlySewage, mainly from households
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Different Causes of Water Pollution Nuclear wasteNuclear waste Oil pollutionOil pollution UndergroundUnderground storage leaks
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Effects on Environment Toxic waterToxic water Thermal heatingThermal heating Effects on ecosystemEffects on ecosystem Effects on animal healthEffects on animal health Effects on human healthEffects on human health
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Effects on Humans Diseases caused by: Drinking contaminated waterDrinking contaminated water Swimming in polluted waterSwimming in polluted water Contact with chemicallyContact with chemically polluted water
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Effects on Animals Chemical contaminants carried by industrial wastes kill a lot of small aquatic organisms, such as frogs, fish…
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Effects on Animals 200 turtles in Australia’s surround waters die each year die each year
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Effects on Animals Birds and mammals become coated with oil
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What can you do?
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Turn off running water Also, you can reduce the amount of water you use in washing and bathing. If we all do this, we can significantly prevent water shortages and reduces the amount of dirty water that needs treatment.
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Organize or participate in a clean up
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Join a special society devoted to the prevention of water pollution
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Fertilize correctly If you use chemicals and pesticides for your gardens and farms, be mindful not to overuse pesticides and fertilisers.
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