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Pollution- A problem
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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances into the natural environment that cause adverse impacts. Pollution can be caused due to natural and man-made factors. There are various types of pollution:
- Air pollution: Emission of toxic gases from factories and automobiles lowers the quality of air. According to the WHO, air pollution can lead to premature deaths.
- Noise Pollution: Prolonged exposure to high noise levels can contribute to cardiovascular diseases. Loud noise can cause a serious threat to a child’s physical and psychological health.
- Water pollution: It is caused when harmful effluents from factories or households are discharged into water bodies without treatment. An inadequate amount of quality water can lead to water scarcity. Intake of contaminated water is also linked to various diseases like cholera, typhoid, dysentery, etc.
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