Agricultural runoff is a major cause of water contamination from "summary" of Water Pollution by Arvind Kumar
Agricultural runoff poses a significant threat to water quality around the world. The runoff from farms contains a variety of pollutants, including fertilizers, pesticides, and animal waste. When it rains, these pollutants are washed from the fields into nearby water bodies, such as rivers, lakes, and streams. This can lead to contamination of the water supply and harm aquatic ecosystems.
One of the main contributors to water contamination from agricultural runoff is the use of fertilizers. Farmers often apply fertilizers to their crops to enhance growth and yield. However, when it rains, these fertilizers can be carried away by the runoff and end up in water sources. Excessive levels of nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, from fertilizers can lead to algal blooms in water bodies. These blooms can deplete oxygen levels in the wa...
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