The Causes of Water Pollution
Kimiko Lu
Outline1. Present situation 2. Natural causes Geological causes Biological causes3. Artificial causes Industrial pollution Agricultural pollution Domestic pollution4.Measures Education Laws Economics5.Conclusion
Natural Causes
• Biological Causes
• Geological Causes
Pathogenic microorganisms
Geologic activities
Artificial Causes
• Industrial pollution
• Agricultural pollution
• Domestic pollution
Industrial pollutions
Agricultural pollutions
Domestic pollutions
• Domestic sewage
Measures
• Public awareness
• Environmental laws
• Investment
Conclusion
• Natural causes
• Artificial causes
It is very important and necessary to preserve clean water resources instantly.
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