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I. Introduction
II. Causes of Global Warming
A. Livestock Farming
B. Rice Cultivation
Introduction
Heavy rainfalls
Melting of glaciers and floods
Extreme weather in winter and summer
The rising sea level of the Indian Ocean
Loss of infrastructure, human loss, etc
Floods and impact on the economy
Least contributor towards global warning but hard hit
Suggestions to Control Climate Change
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A. Industrial Emissions
1. Combustion Processes
2. Manufacturing Activities
B. Transportation
1. Vehicle Exhaust
C. Agricultural Practices
2. Livestock Emissions
1. Household Appliances
A. Industrial Discharges
1. Agricultural Practices
2. Soil Contamination
1. Increased Infrastructure
B. Transportation Noise
1. Road Traffic
A. Artificial Lighting
A. Improper Disposal
B. Single-use Plastics
1. Packaging Materials
2. Disposable Items
Environmental pollution can take various forms, affecting different aspects of our environment. The main types of
environmental pollution include:
A. Air Pollution:
1. Sources: Industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, burning of fossil fuels, and natural sources like
wildfires.
2. Pollutants: Particulate matter (PM), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), carbon monoxide (CO),
ozone (O3), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
B. Water Pollution:
1. Sources: Industrial discharges, agricultural runoff, improper waste disposal, and urban stormwater runoff.
2. Pollutants: Heavy metals, chemicals, nutrients (e.g., nitrogen and phosphorus), pathogens, and plastic
debris.
C. Soil Pollution:
1. Sources: Contaminated water runoff, industrial activities, improper waste disposal, and the use of pesticides
and fertilizers in agriculture.
2. Pollutants: Heavy metals, pesticides, herbicides, and industrial chemicals.
D. Noise Pollution:
1. Sources: Urbanization, industrial activities, transportation (road, air, and water), and recreational activities.
2. Pollutants: Excessive noise from vehicles, machinery, construction, and human activities.
E. Light Pollution:
1. Sources: Artificial lighting from streetlights, buildings, and outdoor advertising.
2. Pollutants: Excessive artificial light, leading to skyglow, light trespass, and disruption of natural night
environments.
F. Plastic Pollution:
1. Sources: Improper disposal of plastic waste, single-use plastics, and microplastics from various sources.
2. Pollutants: Non-biodegradable plastics that persist in the environment, causing harm to ecosystems and
wildlife.
G. Thermal Pollution:
1. Sources: Discharge of heated water from industrial processes, power plants, or urban areas into natural
water bodies.
2. Pollutants: Elevated water temperatures, which can harm aquatic life and disrupt ecosystems.
H. Radioactive Pollution:
1. Sources: Nuclear power plants, nuclear accidents, and improper disposal of radioactive waste.
2. Pollutants: Radioactive substances that can contaminate air, water, and soil, posing serious health risks.