True. A leaking septic system can contribute to nonpoint source (NPS) pollution by allowing harmful pathogens, nutrients, and chemicals to seep into the surrounding soil and groundwater. This contamination can affect nearby water bodies and ecosystems, leading to broader environmental and public health issues. Proper maintenance and repair of septic systems are essential to prevent such pollution.
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False. Decibel is a unit of measurement used to express the intensity of sound, not pollution. It measures the level of sound pressure. Pollution is typically measured in terms of air quality indices, concentration of pollutants, or other specific measurements depending on the type of pollution being measured.
False. Non-point-source pollution refers to pollution that comes from multiple diffuse sources, such as urban runoff or agricultural activities. It is challenging to trace non-point-source pollution to one specific source due to its wide distribution and various contributors.
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True or false? Factories produce less air pollution than motor vehicles?
False; noise pollution form a race track is not an example of positive externality. It is more likely an example of negative externality.
True. Climate change can occur due to natural factors such as changes in solar radiation, volcanic eruptions, and natural variability in the Earth's climate system, even in the absence of human-induced pollution.
False - Pollution DOES occur due to combustion of fossil fuels.
Some FALSE facts on light pollution are: 1. Astronomers benefit from light pollution as it helps them to study stars. 2. All stars are visible in the night sky when viewed from a light polluted city. 3. Light pollution is good for the environment. 4. Light pollution doesn't affect human sleep cycles.
you can reduce air pollution by conserving electricity
False acid shock is a sudden change in the acidity of a stream or lake.