Water Pollution
/ˈwɔːtər pəˈluːʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The contamination of water bodies by harmful substances, causing damage to ecosystems and human health, often regulated by environmental laws.
The factory was fined for water pollution after discharging toxic waste into the river.
Forms
- water pollution
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Commentary
In legal contexts, water pollution often triggers regulatory compliance issues and liability under environmental statutes.
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