Sanya Aggarwal

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Vaishnavi B

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We all live in a world where there is not a single country that is completely pollution-free. We have adapted ourselves to coexist with the pollution surrounding us. Environmental pollution has been a great matter of concern for the past few decades as there has been a constant rise in the level of pollution on earth. Even though our government and NGOs are striving to put an end to it, pollution prevails every time. In this article, we will read about the different types of pollution and their harmful impacts on our environment.<h1>Pollution: What It Is, And Why It Matters</h1>&nbsp;We come across various news on pollution everyday on the internet. We live in a world which is full of pollution. Pollution is a harmful effect that contaminates the environment. The existence of unhealthy substances in the air, land, and water that can have a harmful effect on living things and the environment is pollution. It also refers to poisonous gases, liquids, or other poisonous substances that are emitted or released into the natural environment.Pollution can be caused by various chemical mediums or energies, such as sound, light, or heat. Smoke, foreign particles and dust, and excessive noise, heat, or even sound is called pollutants and cause disruption not only to the environment but also to living things.That was a brief on pollution; now let’s read about different types of pollution and their effects.<h1>Pollution: What you need to know about it</h1>&nbsp;There are numerous dangerous effects of pollution on the environment as well as on living things. It causes harm to the land we live on, the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat.There are four common types of pollution, namely:<ul><li>Air pollution</li><li>Water pollution</li><li>Noise pollution</li><li>Land pollution</li></ul><h2>Air Pollution</h2><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:81.72%;"><img src="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/E7261666_00_B6_4_E3_B_8274_B86_A0818107_E_68cf5acd81.jpeg" alt="E7261666-00B6-4E3B-8274-B86A0818107E.jpeg" srcset="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/thumbnail_E7261666_00_B6_4_E3_B_8274_B86_A0818107_E_68cf5acd81.jpeg 234w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/small_E7261666_00_B6_4_E3_B_8274_B86_A0818107_E_68cf5acd81.jpeg 500w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/medium_E7261666_00_B6_4_E3_B_8274_B86_A0818107_E_68cf5acd81.jpeg 750w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/large_E7261666_00_B6_4_E3_B_8274_B86_A0818107_E_68cf5acd81.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure>The release of harmful pollutants such as toxic gases, foreign particles, biological molecules, chemicals, etc. into the air, making it poisonous, is called air pollution. Household ignition appliances, motor vehicles, industrial plants, and forest fires are common causes of air pollution. Due to the presence of air pollution, living things on earth have started feeling discomfort in their breathing. Furthermore, breathing contaminated air leads to several health issues, such as allergies and lung infections. With the rise in deforestation, air pollution has reached new heights, making the air unsafe for breathing.<h3>Hazardous effects of air pollution</h3>Air pollution is very detrimental to living things' health on earth. It causes severe damage to the lungs, kidneys, brain, and the whole respiratory system. Many people fall ill and tend to lose their lives due to respiratory issues caused by air pollution every year. In addition, air pollution poses a threat to human health, some other risks that include –Global WarmingGlobal warming is an increase in the regular temperature of the Earth's climate. It happens when carbon dioxide and other air pollutants, including greenhouse gases, build up in the atmosphere and absorb sunlight and radiation, causing warming of the earth’s surface.Depletion of Ozone layerDepletion of the ozone layer occurs when the breakdown of gases in the air (such as freons and halons) causes chemical reactions that disrupt ozone molecules, causing depletion of the ozone layer. The ozone layer is important to protect the earth from harmful UV rays, and due to its depletion, we are at great risk of harmful health issues caused by UV rays.Unsafe for wildlifeWhen the air is polluted, it is clear that it affects people, including wild animals, who have to inhale the pollutants and put their lives in danger.<h2>Water Pollution</h2><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:79.09%;"><img src="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/4_D6_B3248_5274_493_C_9_D98_06925_B546160_16637c1c24.jpeg" alt="4D6B3248-5274-493C-9D98-06925B546160.jpeg" srcset="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/thumbnail_4_D6_B3248_5274_493_C_9_D98_06925_B546160_16637c1c24.jpeg 236w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/small_4_D6_B3248_5274_493_C_9_D98_06925_B546160_16637c1c24.jpeg 500w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/medium_4_D6_B3248_5274_493_C_9_D98_06925_B546160_16637c1c24.jpeg 750w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/large_4_D6_B3248_5274_493_C_9_D98_06925_B546160_16637c1c24.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure> &nbsp;Water pollution is a type of environmental pollution that has widespread adverse effects. This is due to the pollution of water bodies such as rivers, seas, and lakes with poisonous substances. Water pollution happens when the water is contaminated with substances that make it unsuitable for drinking, cooking, cleaning, bathing, and other activities. Contaminants include chemicals, garbage, bacteria, factory wastes, and parasites.<h3>Hazardous effects of water pollution</h3><ul><li>Water pollution causes disparities in the ecosystem. If water bodies are spoiled, trees, forests, wildlife, and humans will be adversely affected.</li><li>When large water bodies like oceans, seas, and rivers get polluted, the marine life creatures living in those bodies of water get disturbed, and most of them tend to die eventually.</li><li>Water pollution leads to waterborne diseases when such water is consumed by living creatures, either directly or indirectly.</li><li>Water pollution leads to increased mercury levels in the water bodies. &nbsp;</li></ul><h2>Noise pollution</h2><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:83.56%;"><img src="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/599_F25_D6_37_F7_4892_BFC_6_0_B7_D9_ECE_0_FCC_e6aa48875e.webp" alt="599F25D6-37F7-4892-BFC6-0B7D9ECE0FCC.webp" srcset="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/thumbnail_599_F25_D6_37_F7_4892_BFC_6_0_B7_D9_ECE_0_FCC_e6aa48875e.webp 208w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/small_599_F25_D6_37_F7_4892_BFC_6_0_B7_D9_ECE_0_FCC_e6aa48875e.webp 500w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/medium_599_F25_D6_37_F7_4892_BFC_6_0_B7_D9_ECE_0_FCC_e6aa48875e.webp 750w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/large_599_F25_D6_37_F7_4892_BFC_6_0_B7_D9_ECE_0_FCC_e6aa48875e.webp 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure>Various types of pollution also include noise pollution, which is the emission of unneeded noise that interrupts the natural balance of the environment. More than 85 decibels of sound are considered harmful to health and also have a long-term effect on our brain and ears. The main sources of global external noise are machinery, transport, and power systems.<h3>Hazardous effects of noise pollution</h3><ul><li>Noise pollution has a negative effect on our health. It causes hearing loss and damages our ears.</li><li>Extreme noise also causes us stress, hypertension, and tinnitus.</li><li>Due to excess noise, people also experience a lack of sleep and fatigue.</li><li>Noise pollution also creates difficulties in communicating. With excess noise, it becomes difficult to hear what the other person has to say.</li></ul><h2>Land pollution</h2><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:82.03%;"><img src="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/100_DCA_5_E_A824_442_F_9_FC_8_876791303802_65bca77b1e.jpeg" alt="100DCA5E-A824-442F-9FC8-876791303802.jpeg" srcset="https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/thumbnail_100_DCA_5_E_A824_442_F_9_FC_8_876791303802_65bca77b1e.jpeg 209w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/small_100_DCA_5_E_A824_442_F_9_FC_8_876791303802_65bca77b1e.jpeg 500w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/medium_100_DCA_5_E_A824_442_F_9_FC_8_876791303802_65bca77b1e.jpeg 750w,https://strapi.thekarmapoints.com/uploads/large_100_DCA_5_E_A824_442_F_9_FC_8_876791303802_65bca77b1e.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure>It is the degradation of land caused by chemicals or other changes in the natural environment of the soil. Certain industrial activities, farming chemicals, and inappropriate waste disposal are the main factors that cause land pollution. Other factors include overgrazing, deforestation, climatic changes, etc.<h2>Hazardous effects of land pollution</h2><ul><li>The low nutrient content of the soil makes it unsuitable for agricultural activities.</li><li>Badly affects the flora and fauna living in the land, which depends on fertile soil.</li><li>Due to land pollution, the soil loses its fertility and thus cannot support the growth of trees.</li><li>Silica dust caused by loose, unfertile soil is highly toxic, causing breathing problems and lung damage. A neuromuscular blockade caused by the soil dust can cause nausea, eye irritation, rashes, and depression.</li></ul>&nbsp;“Pollution is nothing but the resources we are not harvesting. We allow them to be dispersed because we’ve been ignorant of their value”.-&nbsp;R. Buckminster Fuller<h1 style="margin-left:0.2670021057128906pt;">Conclusion</h1>&nbsp;We cannot ignore the fact that we are slowly moving towards facing the harsh impacts of climatic&nbsp; changes. If the situation persists, then we might have to face them sooner. There’s no escape&nbsp; from what we are causing. It is our karma that we have to take care of. If immediate action is not&nbsp; taken to nullify the current harm caused to the environment, then we all need to brace ourselves&nbsp; to face the consequences of climatic changes.After seeing these existing climatic changes and natural calamities, it won't be wrong to say that we are facing the repercussions of our actions. Everything that we are doing for our own benefit is putting nature in jeopardy in some way or another. Be it deforestation or using an air conditioner, all these factors lead to global warming. But what is the root cause of all these factors? Well, it's us and our increasing needs and demands. All our actions have equal and opposite reactions. If we harm nature, we only have to bear its consequences. Not only us, but we are also putting our future generation at great risk, and there is no escape from it. If we don't do something now, our future may not be as pleasant as we imagine.&nbsp;Continue to read more on karma, climatic changes, poverty, and other topics listed below.Check out our website to learn more about charity and donations.

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4 TYPES OF POLLUTION AND THEIR HARMFUL EFFECTS:
Air pollution
1. global warming
2. depletion of ozone layer
3. unsafe of wildlife 

water pollution
1. Water pollution causes disparities in the ecosystem. If water bodies are spoiled, trees, forests, wildlife, and humans will be adversely affected.
2. When large water bodies like oceans, seas, and rivers get polluted, the marine life creatures living in those bodies of water get disturbed, and most of them tend to die eventually.
3. Water pollution leads to waterborne diseases when such water is consumed by living creatures, either directly or indirectly.
4. Water pollution leads to increased mercury levels in the water bodies.  

Noise pollution
1. Noise pollution has a negative effect on our health. It causes hearing loss and damages our ears.
2. Extreme noise also causes us stress, hypertension, and tinnitus.
3. Due to excess noise, people also experience a lack of sleep and fatigue.
4. Noise pollution also creates difficulties in communicating. With excess noise, it becomes difficult to hear what the other person has to say.

Land pollution
1. The low nutrient content of the soil makes it unsuitable for agricultural activities.
2. Badly affects the flora and fauna living in the land, which depends on fertile soil.
Due to land pollution, the soil loses its fertility and thus cannot support the growth of trees.
3. Silica dust caused by loose, unfertile soil is highly toxic, causing breathing problems and lung damage. A neuromuscular blockade caused by the soil dust can cause nausea, eye irritation, rashes, and depression.


Types of pollution and their harmful effects 

Wondering what kinds of pollution are affecting your life and the environment? This article will explain 4 different types of pollution and their harmful effects.

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The Ugly Truth: 4 Types of Pollution and Their Destructive Effects

The Ugly Truth: 4 Types of Pollution and Their Destructive Effects

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