Pollution

Pollution

1. What is pollution?

   • Pollution is the introduction of a polluting agent, which can be liquid, solid or gaseous, into a natural environment. Due to their chemical characteristics, these agents or elements produce instability and damage the functioning of the ecosystem.
     • Among the main consequences of pollution are: Damage to the health of living beings. Because they are exposed to more diseases and stressful situations. Increase of global warming. Due to the polluting gases expelled into the atmosphere that produce the weakening of the ozone layer. Loss or imbalance in ecosystems. Due to the extinction or migration of species that see the ecosystem in which they live deteriorated. Loss or decrease of natural resources. Due to the depletion of natural resources that are indispensable for life on Earth. Poisoning of water. Because water pollution poses a great risk to all living beings that cannot do without it. Soil erosion. Due to industries and mining and their excessive use of pesticides and fertilizers. Degradation of natural landscapes. Due to noise and visual pollution.
       • What are the solutions to reduce pollution?
         • Reducing pollution levels is a commitment that must be assumed by all citizens, in conjunction with projects and norms that come from institutions and governments. There are certain habits that can be incorporated to reduce pollution levels of soil, air, water and landscapes. Some of them are: Recycle packaging. Opt for reusable products or containers. Do not throw garbage on public roads or in waterways. Reduce the use of polluting means of transportation. Reduce plastic consumption. Reduce water consumption. Reforest. Use renewable energies. Reduce the use of aerosols. Avoid making annoying noises.

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