What is meant by the term "nonpoint pollution"? Give examples

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Pollution that does not come from a defined site such as a pipe or a smokestack; examples of nonpoint water pollution include agricultural runoff, and urban runoff; windblown dust is an example of nonpoint air pollution.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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One common but dangerous gas emitted from volcanoes, which was responsible for many deaths in

Cameroon, is ____________________. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Describe deltas and wetlands and the natural capital they provide.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which environmental sphere generally includes the inorganic minerals of Earth’s surface?

A. atmosphere B. hydrosphere C. cryosphere D. biosphere E. lithosphere

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