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The Water Cycle

Question 6 • 26-27 - C - RUSD Environmental Science S1

Which of the following contributes to nonpoint source pollution in water?

Answer
A
automobiles
B
oil refineries
C
paper mills
D
water treatment plants

Explanation

Nonpoint source pollution comes from diffuse sources rather than a single identifiable discharge point. Rain can wash oil, fuel, and other pollutants from roads where automobiles travel into waterways. Oil refineries, paper mills, and water treatment plants are typically point sources because pollutants can enter water through identifiable outlets.

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