What is Soil contamination and groundwater contamination?

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What is Soil contamination and groundwater contamination?

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Soil Pollution:

Soil contamination/soil pollution happens due to the presence of man-made chemicals (xenobiotics) or due to other modifications in the natural soil environment. It is caused by improper waste disposal, use of agricultural chemicals, or industrial activity.  

Causes:

  • Mining
  • Oil spills
  • Acid rain
  • Intensive farming
  • Industrial accidents
  • Agrochemicals like herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, etc.
  • Oil and fuel dumping
  • Sewage discharge

 

 

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