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Paper 1 structured question: Water pollution and its sources

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Water pollution and its sources

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Water pollution arises from various sources including domestic sewage, industrial waste, and agricultural runoff.

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Industrial and Agricultural Pollution

Industries release chemicals and waste products into water. Agriculture contributes through runoff containing fertilizers, pesticides, and animal waste.

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    Identify Identify two ways industrial activities cause water pollution.

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Sources of Water Pollution

Water pollution originates from domestic sewage in urban and rural areas, industrial discharges, and agricultural runoff containing fertilizers and pesticides.

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    Explain Explain how domestic waste contributes to water pollution.

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