Science Common Sense


1182 - How do water and air pollution affect living organisms?

Water and air pollution can harm living organisms in many ways. Here's a simple explanation:

  1. Water pollution: When water gets dirty with chemicals, waste, and other bad stuff, it can kill fish and other animals that live in it. This also affects humans who drink or swim in polluted water, making them sick.

  2. Air pollution: When the air gets dirty with bad gases and tiny particles, it can make it hard for people and animals to breathe. This can also cause sicknesses like asthma and even damage plants.

Both water and air pollution can also:

We must take care of our environment by reducing pollution to keep ourselves, animals, and the Earth healthy.