10 Questions
What is one way Canada tries to tackle water pollution?
Developing regulations for appropriate wastewater treatment
What is one natural source of air pollution mentioned in the text?
Wildfires
What did the U.S. do to reduce air pollution from automobiles?
Reduced the content of toxic chemicals in gasoline
What is one example of land pollution mentioned in the text?
Mining in Mexico
What did Mexico do to address land pollution?
Closed one of the world's largest landfills and replaced it with a recycling plant
What is pollution?
Introduction of contaminants with harmful effects on nature and human health into the environment
How does water pollution occur in Canada?
Through inadequately treated wastewater (sewage) discharge, industrial activities, acid rain, and natural erosion
What was the impact of the 2016 oil spill in Canada?
Devastated wildlife and contaminated the local population's drinking water
How much inadequately treated wastewater (sewage) is dumped in Canada annually?
Over 150 billion liters
What are the primary sources of water contamination in Canada?
Industry, municipal discharge, acid rain, and natural erosion
Test your knowledge of pollution with this quiz! Explore the different types of contaminants that impact the environment and human health, including water, air, and land pollution. See how pollution affects our survival and learn about its harmful effects.
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