Water pollution
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Water, the vital element, is being polluted in different ways. Industrial effluents, pesticides etc contribute to the aggravation of water pollution. Whereas human waste is biodegradable, industrial waste requires treatment. Untreated waste causes damage to the eco-system and leads to many problems. In addition, polluted water poses great health hazard. Many people across the world are suffering because of the scarcity of freshwater. Due to pollution many rivers are in death throes. According to a study, last year the Yellow River, a lifeline of China, failed to reach the sea on several occasions. Although Chinese economy is growing at a great pace, its environment is suffering. In the context of our country, water pollution is a burning issue. You just have a look at the canals and rivers in and around the cities and the industrial areas. The murky colour and the stench of those water bodies bear testimony to the fact that water pollution has taken a turn for the worse and the situation calls for immediate remedial measures.
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