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Most pollution in streams is caused by agricultural runoff. Many farms and ranches do not take precautions against the runoff.

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How can clear-cut ecosystems release more nutrients into surface streams?

Clear-cut ecosystems have a higher rate of decomposition due to increased sunlight and temperature, leading to faster breakdown of organic matter. This accelerated decomposition process releases more nutrients into surface streams through leaching and runoff, posing a risk of nutrient pollution and altered aquatic ecosystems.


Which group of people will air pollution affect the most?

Air pollution can affect vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, people with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, and those with weakened immune systems the most. These groups may experience exacerbated health issues or increased susceptibility to respiratory infections due to exposure to air pollution.


Four historical monument of India which are endangered by pollution?

Taj Mahal in Agra is threatened by air pollution causing yellowing of its white marble. Qutub Minar in Delhi is at risk due to increasing air pollution and industrial emissions. Red Fort in Delhi faces degradation from pollution and urban development. Charminar in Hyderabad is endangered by air pollution and vehicular emissions.


How does pollution affects the rate of photosynthesis?

Pollution can directly impact photosynthesis by reducing the amount of sunlight available to plants due to smog or particulate matter in the air. Pollution can also contaminate the plant's leaves, blocking the stomata and reducing the exchange of gases necessary for photosynthesis. Additionally, certain pollutants like sulfur dioxide can damage chlorophyll, hindering the plant's ability to absorb sunlight.


Where does pollution takes place?

Pollution occurs in various places including industrial facilities, transportation systems, agricultural practices, and residential areas. It can also take place in natural environments such as rivers, oceans, and forests due to human activities.

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If the temperature increases in the water of lakes and streams then what type of pollution may occur?

thermal pollution


Why is adding heat to lakes and streams consider pollution?

It has a negative impact of fauna and wildlife in those lakes and streams.


What is orange pollution in streams?

very often just rust (iron oxide)


What kind of pollution is in your streams?

Beer bottles ,condoms ,plastic bags,and other trash


If the temperature increases in the water of lakes and streams would land pollution occur?

cool


Five effects of urbanization on creeks or streams?

There are at least 5 effects of urbanization on creeks and streams including pollution. Other effects include habitat loss, endangering species, drying up of creeks and streams, and poisoning of anyone who drinks out of these creeks and streams.


Pollution due to coal burning most frequently tend to affect lakes by?

increasing acidity


When land becomes eroded it loses its water-holding capacity and water washes over it into streams and rivers. This water harms the streams and rivers by doing what?

transporting pollution


Are streams the most important agent of erosion on earth?

Streams


What have you heard about water pollution in our creeks and streams?

Pollution is a bad thing. But water pollution is worse. Everyday we are drinking and using water unresponsibly. But what happens when that water runs out? We will be forced to drink salt water and pollution. (Don't eat the fish that comes from water!)


What are the diseases that you can get from pollution?

due to land pollution we get malaria typhoid dengue chikungunya etc opps it are due to mosquitoes


Where does most ocean pollution come from?

Ocean pollution occurs when harmful effects, or potentially harmful effects, can result from the entry into the ocean of chemicals, particles, industrial, agricultural and residential waste, noise, or the spread of invasive organisms.