Water Pollution

Water PollutionMatt Shanteau

Before BeginningWhere have you heard the word pollution?

What do you know about pollution?

What do you know about water pollution?

Do you have any questions you would like answered by the end of this lecture?

3 Major types Land PollutionWater PollutionAir Pollution

Pollution

What causes pollution?Marine Dumping

Radioactive Waste

Sewage and Wastewater

Oil pollution

Household items

What types of chemicals cause water pollution?PesticidesHerbicidesVehicle FluidsIndustrial WasteHousehold cleanersLawn FertilizerRunoff from farms

**Any questions so far can be answered before moving on**

What can be done to stop water pollution?Conserve water in any way possible

Reduce, reuse and recycle

Use fewer, less harsh cleaners in your home

Cut back or do not use chemicals on your lawn or garden

Buy local food or ingredients because food transported long distances causes exhaust from vehicles

Two types of pollutionPoint source pollution: this type of pollution can be traced to one easily identifiable source. There can be laws passed to stop this type of pollutionExamples- waste materials coming from a factory

Nonpoint source pollution: this type of pollution comes from many different sources.

Examples- runoff after it rains that enters a body of water can be filled with garbage, grass/leaves, chemicals, etc.

Questions to ConsiderWhat can YOU do to stop water pollution?

What are three things that could pollute the water?

What can we do as a community to stop pollution?

How can we raise awareness about water pollution?

Visit this website-http://www.epa.gov/owow/NPS/kids/

ReviewWhat is water pollution?

What can be done to stop pollution?

What are the most common pollutants that effect our water systems?

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