Water Pollution Causes Quiz

What percentage of the global population lacks access to safe drinking water?

• 11%

• 25%

• 5%

• 20%

What is the primary reason for water pollution from industrial sources?

• Untreated waste being dumped into water bodies

• Recycling of industrial waste

• Strict environmental regulations

• Use of eco-friendly materials

How does sewage waste primarily affect water bodies?

• It increases fish population

• It leads to diseases like diarrhea and cholera

• It has no effect

• It purifies the water

What common household activity contributes to water pollution?

• Using solar panels

• Planting trees

• Washing clothes with detergents

• Using LED lights

What is a significant source of pollution from highways?

• Using electric vehicles

• Building more lanes

• Planting flowers along the road

• Spilled fuel and chemicals

Which heavy metal was historically used in gasoline?

• Chromium

• Cadmium

• Lead

• Mercury

What is a major consequence of oil spills in oceans?

• Increased fish population

• Cleaner beaches

• Improved water quality

• Harm to marine life

Which farming practice contributes to water pollution?

• Conservation tillage

• Crop rotation

• Applying pesticides and insecticides

• Using organic fertilizers

Why is plastic considered a major pollutant in water bodies?

• It decomposes quickly

• It is biodegradable

• It is non-biodegradable and releases toxic chemicals

• It is beneficial for marine life

What happens to marine animals that swallow plastic waste?

• They become healthier

• They are unaffected

• They choke and may die

• They reproduce more