Waste Management Flashcards
1
Q
How can humans cause water pollution?
A
. Sewage or toxic chemicals may enter lakes, rivers, or the sea.
. The use of artificial fertilizer to improve plant growth informing me, enter water to raise via runoff from the fields.
2
Q
What can water pollution lead to?
A
It can lead to eutrophication. Algae in the water grow rapidly due to the fertilizer. The algae reduce the amount of light available for plants so they die the decay process uses of oxygen and so other living organisms, such as fish die as well.
3
Q
How do humans cause air pollution?
A
Burning fossil fuels produces smoke and acidic gases. Fossil fuels contain impurities, such as sulfur, which reacts with oxygen to firm, sulfur dioxide. High concentrations can cause a breathing difficulties.
