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Understanding Pollution by PHANI KRISHNA 11J
Understanding Pollution by PHANI KRISHNA 11J
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Introduct
ion
•Welcome to the presentation on "Types
of Pollution: Impact on Nature and
Prevention."
•Pollution is a pressing issue affecting
ecosystems worldwide.
•Today, we'll explore various types of
pollution, their effects on nature, and
prevention methods.
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1. Air Pollution
• Respiratory diseases
• Global warming
• Acid rain
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Causes of air pollution:
•Industrial emissions
•Vehicle exhaust
•Burning of fossil fuels
•Deforestation
•Agricultural activities
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2.Land Pollution
Land pollution is the degradation of the Earth's surface, primarily through human activities. It can be caused by:
•Improper waste disposal
•Deforestation
•Industrial activities
Land pollution has several negative effects on the environment, including:
•Soil erosion
•Loss of biodiversity
•Contamination of water sources
To prevent land pollution, it is important to:
•Properly dispose of waste
•Recycle and reuse materials
•Practice sustainable land management
By taking these prevention measures, we can help protect and preserve our land for future generations.
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3.Soil
Pollution
• Soil pollution is the contamination of soil with harmful substances, such as chemicals and
waste. It can have detrimental effects on the environment, agriculture, and human health. Soil
pollution is caused by various factors including industrial activities, agricultural practices, and
improper waste disposal.
• Causes of Soil Pollution
• Industrial activities: Chemical spills and improper disposal of industrial waste can contaminate
the soil.
• Agricultural practices: Overuse of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers can lead to soil
pollution.
• Improper waste disposal: Dumping of hazardous waste and improper disposal of household
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waste can pollute the soil.
Effects and preventions of soil pollution
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PREVENTIONS
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Importance of Preventive Measures
To mitigate the harmful effects of pollution, it is
essential to implement preventive measures and
Summary promote sustainable practices. This includes:
•Reducing the use of single-use plastics and
promoting recycling
Pollution is a significant •Implementing stricter regulations on industrial
environmental issue that emissions
poses a threat to our planet •Encouraging the use of renewable energy
and all living organisms. It sources
•Promoting sustainable agriculture practices
is crucial that we take
Collective Responsibility
collective action to address
Addressing pollution requires the collective effort
this problem and protect the of individuals, communities, businesses, and
environment for future governments. By working together, we can make
generations.
Thank you