Match the following sources of pollution with the pollution type correctly:
| List 1- Type of pollution |
List 2- Source of pollution |
|
(a) Air Pollution |
(i) Use of pesticides and fertilizers |
|
(b) Water Pollution |
(ii) Combustion of coal |
|
(c) Land Pollution |
(iii) Advertising media |
|
(d) Noise Pollution |
(iv) Sewage disposal |
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option 2: (a)- ii, (b)- iv, (c)- i, (d)- iii
a) Air Pollution → (ii) Combustion of coal. Burning coal releases smoke and harmful gases into the atmosphere, causing air pollution.
(b) Water Pollution → (iv) Sewage disposal. Discharge of sewage into water bodies pollutes rivers, lakes and ponds.
(c) Land Pollution → (i) Use of pesticides and fertilizers. Excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides degrades soil quality and causes land pollution.
(d) Noise Pollution → (iii) Advertising media. Loudspeakers and advertising media create excessive noise and contribute to noise pollution.
