Water Pollution: Is it as big of a problem as we think?
The following essay will be looking at the factors that cause pollution, and
the effect that pollution has on our world today. It will also investigate what
it has in store for the future if things do not improve. It will also explore
some of the methods used to treat and clean-up wastewater, and oil spills.
Today, the industrialization of Canada is severely affecting this nations
lakes, streams, and rivers. If something is not done to improve the situation
it is going to have some severe environmental problems in its future.
Today pollution is very high in both inland and marine waters. All
different types of water pollution are contributing factors in this problem.
Here are some things that are associated with pollution: Pathogens: Pathogens
are disease causing bacteria, viruses, and protozoa. They usually come from
human sewage. As pathogen numbers increase, so does the risk of human health.
Biochemical Oxygen......
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