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What is soil pollution defined as?
What is soil pollution defined as?
- The presence of any chemicals in soil
- The presence of toxic chemicals in soil at levels posing a risk to human health or the ecosystem (correct)
- The presence of contaminants in soil regardless of their concentration
- The presence of minerals in soil exceeding natural levels
Why is industrial activity considered a significant cause of soil pollution?
Why is industrial activity considered a significant cause of soil pollution?
- Because by-products are disposed of safely
- Due to the extraction of minerals from the Earth (correct)
- By-products are not contaminated
- Industrial waste lingers on the soil surface making it safe for use
How do modern pesticides and fertilizers contribute to soil pollution?
How do modern pesticides and fertilizers contribute to soil pollution?
- They are naturally produced and easily broken down by the environment
- They enhance soil fertility
- They reduce the fertility of soil and contain chemicals that harm soil composition (correct)
- They promote erosion resistance in soil
Why does soil pollution occur even if contaminant levels are not high enough to pose a risk?
Why does soil pollution occur even if contaminant levels are not high enough to pose a risk?
What effect do chemicals in modern pesticides and fertilizers have on the soil?
What effect do chemicals in modern pesticides and fertilizers have on the soil?
How does industrial waste contribute to making soil unsuitable for use?
How does industrial waste contribute to making soil unsuitable for use?
What is one of the primary causes of soil pollution mentioned in the text?
What is one of the primary causes of soil pollution mentioned in the text?
How can pesticides absorbed by plants contribute to soil pollution?
How can pesticides absorbed by plants contribute to soil pollution?
What is a potential consequence of soil pollution on human health?
What is a potential consequence of soil pollution on human health?
How does soil pollution affect the growth of plants?
How does soil pollution affect the growth of plants?
What is a potential effect of soil pollution on livestock?
What is a potential effect of soil pollution on livestock?
What is a potential consequence of widespread soil pollution on food production?
What is a potential consequence of widespread soil pollution on food production?
