Water Pollution
Water pollution is the contamination of our lakes, rivers, oceans and groundwater with unhealthy substances. Examples of pollutants include detergents, fuels, pesticides and industrial waste. Even natural substances, like animal and human waste, can be considered pollutants because they can disrupt ecosystems and cause harm to the environment. Find out more by exploring these links:
> Learn the Issues: Water
(from Environmental Protection Agency)
> The Wonderful World of Water
(from kidsforsavingearth.org)
> Facts About Groundwater
(from Maryland Department of the Environment)
> Global Issues: Water and Sanitation
(from Peace Corps)
> Water
(from USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service)
