Question
Download Solution PDFOf the following, which water pollutant is a source of the waterborne disease Cholera?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is sewage.
Key Points
Waterborne disease:
- Waterborne Diseases are diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms that are transmitted in water.
- For example cholera, Diarrhea, and Hepatitis A.
- Sewage:
- Also called wastewater.
- It is contaminated water from homes, schools, and industries.
- The main source of water pollution.
Additional Information
- Animal waste:
- Animal wastes are commonly considered excreted materials from animals.
- Waste may include straw, hay, wood shaving, etc.
- Fertilizers:
- It is a natural or artificial substance containing chemical elements that improve the growth and productivity of plants.
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