Pollution

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the contamination of air, land, and water caused by harmful substances.

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What does it mean to litter?

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To litter means to throw waste or trash in places where it does not belong, harming the environment.

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What type of pollution is caused by exhaust fumes from vehicles?

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Air pollution.

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What is an example of water pollution?

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Sludge runoff from factories.

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What should you do if you see dead fish in a river?

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Notify the River Keeper.

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What is land pollution?

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Land pollution is the degradation of the Earth's land surfaces caused by human activities.

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What are some common sources of air pollution?

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Cars, factories, and burning fossil fuels.

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What is the impact of pollution on wildlife?

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Pollution can harm wildlife by contaminating their habitats and food sources.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment.

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What is an example of a way to reduce pollution?

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Using public transportation instead of driving a car.

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