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This really depends upon what it is that is being contaminated, for example, contamination of drinking water, contamination of food, contamination of soil, etc. Improper disposal of sewage, sloppiness, dirtiness, lack of purification, industrial discharges, and vermin infestation are all among the possible sources of contamination of various things.
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∙ 14y agorubbish pollution factory waste furniture buried toxic waste natural garbage (leaves etc.) food drugs cigarette butts fertilizer paper building work remains weed killer(herbicide) toxic spills clothes rags shopping trolleys old electric appliances dead animals soap household waste plasticbags chemicals
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∙ 13y agoThe biggest bacterial contaminant of food is E-Coli.
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What causes soil to become brackish?
- after irrigation salt from the water remain in the soils- in some regions rivers carry salted waters from the mountains- a local contamination from an industrial activity- contamination from sea water or other bodies of salt water
What are some of the causes of soil contamination?
rupture of underground storage tanks of some sort, application of pestcides,
What causes well water to be brown?
There can be a number of reasons for brown well water, some serious and some not. A lab test is necessary to define what it is. If you are drinking this water don't waste time, get a lab test asap.Your family's health may depend on it.
What are some possible causes for climate changes in the past?
There have been many events that have led to climatic changes in the past. These events include volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, glaciers, and industrialization.Natural perturbations in Earth's orbit are are some possible causes for climatic changes in the past
What are facts about erosion?
some external causes are wind, water, ice, and humans.
What causes soil to become brackish?
- after irrigation salt from the water remain in the soils- in some regions rivers carry salted waters from the mountains- a local contamination from an industrial activity- contamination from sea water or other bodies of salt water
How many gallons of water are in a gallon of gas?
Should the gas in question be water vapour then there is one gallon of water. (In gaseous form) Should the gas be anything else then it is possible that there may be some contamination. How much of that is water depends on the amount of contamination.
What are some of the causes of soil contamination?
rupture of underground storage tanks of some sort, application of pestcides,
What are some other causes of water pollution?
what are some other water pollution causes
What are the causes of excessive engine oil contamination?
could be anything. if it's not engine oil, or some kind of engine treatment designed to add to your oil , it's more then likely a form of contamination.
What causes well water to be brown?
There can be a number of reasons for brown well water, some serious and some not. A lab test is necessary to define what it is. If you are drinking this water don't waste time, get a lab test asap.Your family's health may depend on it.
Example of microbial contamination?
Microbial contamination is the introduction and growth of harmful microorganisms in foods and water, causing food borne illness and even death. Some examples of microbial contamination include botulism, salmonella, and mold.
What is the solution for waterborn diseases?
water born disease are generally occur due to contaminated water i.e. contamination of some kind of pathogens or some harmfull compounds now the contamination of pathogens can be removed or over come by boiling water before use, and of dissolve harmfull or toxic compound we have to fillter water some time ultra fillteration is required.
What are some of the causes of diuresis?
There are currently 4 kinds of diuresis found within the human body. Some possible causes of the forms of diuresis include being submerged in water, an unknown occurrence of substances found in the kidneys, or by taking a diuretic.
Why is building a chemical plant in your neighborhood bad?
An accident is possible with contamination; but if you want the benefits of industrial progress must accept and some risks.
Your 1995 Mazda 929 overheats looses water from the radiator and some of the hoses burst What are possible causes of this problem?
High pressure tells me of a possible head gasket problem. Have the cooling system pressure tested by a reputable garage; this will answer some questions.
The crucible- what are some possible causes of the hysteria in Salem?
big mac.
