Which one of the following is the cause of intestinal worms?
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A
Water Pollution
B
Air Pollution
C
Noise Pollution
D
Land Pollution
Correct Answer
Water Pollution
Detailed Explanation
- Various types of chemicals used in modern agriculture such as inorganic fertilisers, pesticides and herbicides are also pollution generating components. These chemicals are washed down to rivers, lakes and tanks.
- These chemicals also infiltrate the soil to reach the ground water.
- Fertiliser induces an increase in the nitrate content of surface waters.
- Cultural activities such as pilgrimage, religious fairs, tourism, etc. also cause water pollution.
- In India, almost all surface water sources are contaminated and unfit for human consumption.
- Water pollution is a source of various water- borne diseases.
- The diseases commonly caused due to contaminated water are diarrhoea, intestinal worms, hepatitis, etc.
- The World Health Organization shows that about one-fourth of the communicable diseases in India are water-borne.
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