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water pollution

/ˈwɔːtər pəˈluːʃən/

Traduction: Pollution des masses d'eau telles que les lacs, les rivières, les océans et les eaux souterraines par des substances nocives, souvent due à des déchets industriels, au ruissellement agricole ou au rejet d'eaux usées.

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/ˈwɔːtər pəˈluːʃən/B2formalscientific
  • frPollution des masses d'eau telles que les lacs, les rivières, les océans et les eaux souterraines par des substances nocives, souvent due à des déchets industriels, au ruissellement agricole ou au rejet d'eaux usées.

The contamination of water bodies such as lakes, rivers, oceans, and groundwater by harmful substances, often resulting from industrial waste, agricultural runoff, or sewage discharge.

  1. Contamination of water bodiesB2formal

    The introduction of harmful substances or pollutants into rivers, lakes, oceans, and groundwater, making the water unsafe for human use and damaging aquatic ecosystems.

    frpollution de l'eau

    • Industrial waste is a major cause of water pollution in many rivers.
    • Water pollution can lead to serious health problems for local communities.
    • Efforts to reduce water pollution include stricter regulations on factories.
  2. Degradation of water qualityB2formal

    The process by which the chemical, physical, or biological quality of water is degraded, often due to human activities.

    frpollution de l'eau

    • Agricultural runoff containing fertilizers contributes significantly to water pollution.
    • Water pollution affects not only drinking water but also marine life.
    • Cleaning up water pollution requires long-term investment and planning.