Air pollution is one of the UK's and the world's biggest killers. Breathing in air pollution can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke
Air pollution is caused by solid and liquid particles and certain gases that are suspended in the air. These particles and gases can come from car and truck exhaust, factories, dust, pollen, mold spores, volcanoes and wildfires. The solid and liquid particles suspended in our air are called aerosols
The Burning of Fossil Fuels.
Water pollution can be damaging to the economy as it can be expensive to treat and prevent contamination. Waste that does not break down quickly accumulates in the Earth waters and eventually makes its way to the oceans
The location of the pollution is important in determining how much the clean-up will cost. If the contamination is in an area that is easy to get to, then the clean up cost will be cheaper
Suspended particles in freshwater reduces the quality of drinking water for humans and the aquatic environment for marine life. Suspended particles can often reduce the amount of sunlight penetrating the water, disrupting the growth of photosynthetic plants and micro-organisms
Excessive industrial activity
Poor management or inefficient disposal of waste
Agriculture (excessive/improper use of pesticides)
Overusing of Single Use Plastic Items - Plastics are inexpensive items
Plastic Products and Toys - Increasing number of products and toys are selecting plastic to be the major material component
PET Plastic Bottles - Plastic Bottles are one of the most common plastic pollutants
Water as a Cooling Agent in Power, Manufacturing and Industrial Plants. Production and Manufacturing plants are the biggest sources of thermal pollution
Runoff From Paved Surfaces
Natural Causes
