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  • Understanding Environmental Pollutants: Air, Water & Soil
    Harmful substances in air, water, or soil are called pollutants.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Air pollutants: These can be gases (like carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, ozone), particles (like dust, smoke, soot), or vapors (like volatile organic compounds).

    * Water pollutants: These can include bacteria, viruses, chemicals (like pesticides, fertilizers), and even physical pollutants (like plastic debris).

    * Soil pollutants: These can include heavy metals (like lead, mercury), pesticides, herbicides, and industrial waste.

    It's important to note that pollutants can have a range of negative effects on human health, the environment, and ecosystems.

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