Types of Pollution
Types of environmental pollution can be roughly classified
by anthropogenic (human-caused) and natural sources.
by anthropogenic (human-caused) and natural sources.
Anthropogenic (Human Caused) Sources of Pollution
By the object of pollution:
- Air pollution
- Water pollution
- Soil pollution (contamination) / Land pollution
By the economic source (originator) of pollution:
- Agricultural pollution
- Industrial pollution
- Transport pollution
- Car pollution / Heavy vehicle pollution
- Ship pollution
- Airplane pollution
- Commercial and domestic sector pollution
Other types
- Radioactive pollution (contamination)
- Chemical pollution
- Invasive species pollution
- Light pollution
- Noise pollution
- Visual pollution
Natural Sources of Pollution
- Volcanic eruptions
- Dust storms
- Smoke from forest and grass fires
Last update: April 2008
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