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Pollution has now become a major concern for not just India or some other one or two countries but the whole world. This alarming situation has really become a matter of huge concern. There are different types of pollution the whole world is fighting against. Such as there is Air pollution, noise pollution, light pollution, and also there is water pollution. Well now, as we move further we can say that out of all these different types of pollution the one that is most serious is water pollution.
What is water pollution?
As per the WHO, polluted water is water whose composition has been changed to the extent that it is unusable. If we move further from here to explain those elements which contribute to the situation of water pollution then we can say that those elements include bacteria, viruses, parasites, fertilizers pharmaceutical products, etc.
Why is Water Pollution a serious issue?
Well, the reason for which out of all the different types of pollutions water pollution is the most serious thing we can say that it is so because it is water on which our lives are dependent. If there will be no fresh water on Earth for all of us to drink then it is not that life will become difficult but eventually, it will be just impossible. So, to save lives it is essential to save water. It is very much important to work on the prevention of water pollution. But before going to the process of prevention there is more to it. First you should know the causes and its effects.
Reasons leading to water pollution-
Talking about the reasons for water pollution we can say that in some cases it is natural. Such as when mercury filters through the Earth’s crust it results in polluting oceans, rivers, lakes, canals, and also reservoirs. But more than this the problem of water pollution happens due to some human interference at certain points. Now, further here we will discuss the human causes for the issue of water pollution.
The human reasons leading to this issue are as follows-
- Global Warming– The rising temperatures around the globe are generally happening due to carbon dioxide emissions and heat. This situation further reduces oxygen content levels in the water.
- Deforestation– If there will be more and more forests finished, then this will finish off the water resources. This situation will make up a breeding ground for harmful bacteria.
- Industry, agriculture, and livestock farming– There is a lot of chemicals dumped by these sources in the environment. Most of them go into the water.
Now, that we have discussed the causes, the next thing for us to discuss here is the effect of water pollution on the environment, atmosphere as well as human life.
Effects of water pollution include the following-
- Biodiversity Destruction– The first thing that happens because of water pollution is the effect that comes on the aquatic ecosystem.
- Food Chain contaminates– Well, yes the food chain can also be under effect. Such as if you are phishing in polluted waters or if you use polluted water for agriculture. This way toxin will be added to the food.
- Less Potable Water– If we agree to what the UN says, then yes, there are many people around the world do not have access to clean water for drinking and sanitation mainly in the rural areas.
- Disease- There are many people, out there who do not have any option except for drinking contaminated water. If there will be people drinking impure water they will be more vulnerable to diseases.
- Infant Mortality– If there will be no clean water to drink this will surely put infants at risk of higher infections and other such health-related issues.
Preventing Water pollution-
Now, the next thing after causes which should be discussed, are the ways in which we should try and prevent water pollution.
The steps to take are as follows-
- CO2 emissions reduction
- Use less chemical pesticides
- Wastewater treatment
- Do not use single-use plastics
Conclusion-
This is all the knowledge that you should have in relation to water pollution, reading the guide is really going to help you in many ways for dealing with the situation of water pollution.
