CHAPTER 16
Environmental Issues
CHAPTER AT A GLANCE
Pollution refers to any unfavourable modification in the physical, chemical, or biological properties of air, land, water, or soil. Agents causing such unwanted alterations are labelled as pollutants. The Government of India implemented the Environment (Protection) Act in 1986 to safeguard and enhance the state of our environment, encompassing air, water, and soil.
Air Pollution and its Control
- Air pollutants harm all living organisms, stunting the growth and yield of crops and leading to the premature death of plants. Additionally, they have adverse effects on the respiratory systems of both humans and animals. The severity of these harmful effects varies based on the concentration of pollutants, ...
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