Radioactive Pollution

Radioactive pollution is caused by high energy invisible radioactive radiations which are emitted by radioactive substances. Radioactivity Radioactivity is that property of certain unstable elements to emit alpha particles, beta particles and gamma rays by undergoing...

Noise Pollution

Noise pollution may be defined as the disturbance produced in our environment by undesirable loud sounds of various kinds. Noise pollution adversely affects our physical and mental health. Sources of Noise Pollution Following are the main sources of noise pollution:...

Soil Erosion

 Soil erosion is the removal of top fertile soil by various physical agencies such as water and air. Thus, soil erosion is caused mainly by water and air. Soil erosion occurs mainly in those areas where the top soil is not covered by vegetation. Due to soil erosion...

Methods of Disposal of Waste

 We have already discussed that domestic and industrial wastes are the main source of pollution. So, various methods are developed by scientists to get rid of these wastes. Some of important methods for disposal of wastes are: 1. RecyclingRecycling is the process of...

Soil Pollution

Soil pollution may be defined as the contamination of soil with foreign materials which deteriorates the quality, texture and mineral contents of the soil. Sources of Soil Pollution Soil pollution is mainly caused by: Solid wastes Insecticides and weedicides...