Ans: There are several types of pollution, each with specific effects on the environment.
Here are some common types of pollution and their environmental impacts:
a). Air Pollution:
Sources: Emissions from vehicles, industrial processes, and burning of fossil fuels.
Effects: Respiratory diseases in humans, smog formation, damage to vegetation, and contribution to global warming through greenhouse gas emissions.
b). Water Pollution:
Sources: Discharge of industrial waste, sewage, agricultural runoff, and chemical pollutants into water bodies.
Effects: Contamination of drinking water, harm to aquatic life, disrupted ecosystems, and reduced water quality for various uses.
c). Soil Pollution (Land Pollution):
Sources: Pesticides, heavy metals, industrial waste, and improper disposal of hazardous materials.
Effects: Soil degradation, reduced agricultural productivity, harm to plants and soil organisms, and groundwater contamination.
d). Noise Pollution:
Sources: Urbanisation, transportation, industrial machinery, and loud activities.
Effects: Stress, hearing loss, disruption of wildlife behavior, and negative impacts on human health and well-being.