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Which of the following is considered a major soil pollutant?
Which of the following is considered a major soil pollutant?
What are the potential health effects of radioactive elements present in polluted soil?
What are the potential health effects of radioactive elements present in polluted soil?
Which activity is NOT listed as a cause of soil pollution?
Which activity is NOT listed as a cause of soil pollution?
What is one of the effects of soil pollution on soil fertility?
What is one of the effects of soil pollution on soil fertility?
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How can soil pollution be controlled?
How can soil pollution be controlled?
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Study Notes
Soil Pollution
- Radioactive elements are considered a major soil pollutant.
- Exposure to radioactive elements in polluted soil can lead to ionizing radiation, causing cancer, genetic mutations, and other health problems.
- Construction activities are NOT listed as a cause of soil pollution.
- Soil pollution can reduce soil fertility by altering the soil's pH levels, affecting nutrient availability, and decreasing microbial activity.
- Soil pollution can be controlled through practices like waste segregation, recycling, and proper disposal of industrial waste, as well as adopting sustainable agricultural practices and reforestation efforts.
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Test your knowledge of soil pollution with this quiz covering the causes, effects, and major pollutants such as heavy metals, chemical waste, pesticides, and radioactive waste.
