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Geological Engineering · Q62

Environmental Geology and Sustainability

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 62

Q62

What type of pollution results from the release of excessive sediments into rivers?

A.
Thermal pollution
B.
Sediment pollution
Answer
C.
Air pollution
D.
Noise pollution

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Sediment pollution increases turbidity, reducing light penetration and affecting aquatic ecosystems.It is often due to soil erosion.