Pollution

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can damage air, water, and land.

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What are the three main types of pollution?

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Air pollution, water pollution, and land pollution.

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What is air pollution?

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Air pollution is the contamination of the air by harmful substances, such as smoke, dust, and chemicals.

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What is water pollution?

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Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans, often caused by waste and chemicals.

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What is land pollution?

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Land pollution is the degradation of the Earth's land surfaces, often due to human activities like waste disposal and industrial processes.

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What is a common cause of air pollution?

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Burning fossil fuels, such as coal and gasoline, releases harmful gases into the air.

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How can we reduce water pollution?

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We can reduce water pollution by properly disposing of waste, using less plastic, and not using harmful chemicals in gardens.

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What is an oil spill?

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An oil spill is the release of liquid petroleum hydrocarbons into the environment, especially marine areas, causing severe pollution.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products to prevent waste and reduce pollution.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to trapped heat from greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.