What could be the harmful effects

Question:

 What could be the harmful effects of improper management of industrial and domestic solid waste in a city?

Solution:

The improper management of industrial and domestic waste in a city can cause serious damages to both living and non-living things.

1. Domestic waste if not disposed of properly it will lead to the blockage of sewage lines and thus mosquitoes will grow in the water and cause dengue-like diseases.

2. Improper management of such domestic wastes contributes to soil pollution to a large extent and also water pollution.

3. Soil pollution is caused by the dumping of harmful chemicals generated by industries which penetrate in soil and get mixed with groundwater.

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