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Sunday, June 20, 2010

ways to prevent water pollution

Ways to Prevent Water Pollution

For toxic products which contains harmful chemicals such as paints, automobile oil, polishes and cleaning products should be stored and disposed off properly and never to be disposed off in toilets or sinks.

Recycling should be practiced as far as possible and non- degradable products such as tampons, sanitary napkins, and diapers as they are factors most likely to cause damage to the sewage systems and end up at litters at beaches.

Using natural fertilizers and pesticides as far as possible and not overuse them or over-water gardens and lawns is recommended as this will help in reducing the pollutants that get into water systems due to runoffs.

Automobile oil should be re-used as far as possible. By keeping it well maintained can prevent the leakage of toxic fluids like antifreeze and oil.

Basic steps used to prevent water pollution is by turning off taps when you do not need running water such of which may include brushing teeth as not only does it helps to play a part in conserving water, it also reduces the amount of water needed to be treated.

Sources:

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/ways-to-prevent-water- pollution.html

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