Water pollution has been an increasing problem over the last few decades. What causes water pollution? How can we prevent this problem?

Presently, the pollution of oceans and freshwater has been a highly discussed topic by global organisations due to the fact that

water

is a vital and non-renewable resource of human life. Researches show that the

amount

of polluted

water

has been increasing over the decades.

Therefore

, it is necessary to understand the main causes of that fact and

then

, come up with effective solutions for that concern.

Firstly

, agricultural activities have an indisputable negative impact on

water

quality. Pesticides and fertilizers that are often used in

this

industry penetrate the soil reaching the groundwater.

This

impact directly on the production of

water

, once these chemicals are considered highly polluting. The eradication of agriculture is not an option, due to the fact that preservation of humanity depends on the provision of food.

However

, many companies nowadays have been investing in organic food, which is fruits, vegetables planted without the use of any chemicals.

Therefore

, the permission for using pesticides and fertilizers should be under discussion by the government.

Secondly

, the

amount

of liquid waste called leachate is

also

a reason for that issue.

This

liquid penetrates the soil and has as current destination rivers and lakes.

This

is not only harmful to the

water

but

also

impact the individuals who ingest

this

water

without proper treatment. As a

hence

, is likely to get in contact with parasites and bacterias presents in

this

trash. It is possible to manage that problem with the separation of leachate for a specific destination. The government should impose fines to citizens that not throw their garbages in the right bin. Another explanation for that matter is the detergent released into the oceans, a result of domestic activities. Detergents that are often used in dishwashers have a composition that enhances the growth of algae and phytoplankton in the oceans.

Therefore

, algae and phytoplankton mature faster than they should and die, reducing the

amount

of oxygen in the seas which severely affect the ecosystem.

However

, there is a plausible solution for that, which is the substitution of detergents. If public universities were sponsored by public authorities, they might achieve a faster result for that matter. To conclude, if politicals worldwide decide to reunite in favour of mankind, it is possible to achieve

this

goal. Thereby, the

amount

of polluted

water

in the oceans, rivers and lakes will decrease and

this

will benefit not only the ecosystem but

also

preserve our specie.