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Question 28 • PBCSD_Grade_Forgiveness_2001340_Environmental_Science_S1_2020

Which is an example of a way in which science has improved a societal problem?

Answer
A
contaminated water being purified
B
pathogens becoming resistant to antibiotics
C
bacteria contaminating food
D
unknown diseases appearing in some areas

Explanation

Purifying contaminated water uses scientific knowledge and technology to remove harmful substances and disease-causing organisms, helping address unsafe drinking water. The other choices describe problems or risks rather than ways science has improved them.

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