Water Pollution: Causes and Consequences

WATER POLLUTION — INFORMATION 1. Definition Water pollution

is the contamination of water bodies such as rivers, lakes, seas,

and oceans by harmful substances. These substances make water unsafe for living organisms

and for human use. 2. Main Causes Industrial waste: Factories release

chemicals, oils, and toxic materials into water. Agricultural runoff:

Fertilizers and pesticides from farms wash into rivers and lakes. Sewage and wastewater:

Untreated domestic and industrial sewage contaminates water. Oil spills: Accidents during oil transport

or drilling cause serious ocean pollution. Plastic waste: Plastic bottles, bags,