Types of Pollution - JSS1 Physical and Health Education Lesson Note

There are several types of pollution, each affecting different parts of the environment:

 

Air Pollution: Contaminants like smoke, dust, and gases enter the atmosphere, leading to health issues and environmental damage.

Water Pollution: Harmful substances such as chemicals, waste, and pathogens are introduced into water bodies, affecting aquatic life and human health.

Soil Pollution: The presence of toxic chemicals in the soil, affecting its quality and the health of organisms living in or growing from it.

Noise Pollution: Excessive or harmful levels of noise, affecting human and animal life.

Light Pollution: Excessive, misdirected, or obtrusive artificial light, disrupting ecosystems and human health.

Thermal Pollution: Changes in temperature in natural water bodies, often due to industrial processes, affecting aquatic life.