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List some of the major soil pollutants. [3 MARKS]
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Names of pollutants: 1 Mark each
The major soil pollutants are
1. Pesticides and insecticides: Excessive use results in rampant leaching of these chemicals into the soil
2. Plastic bags: Don't get decomposed which lowers the soil fertility.
3.Industrial waste: When recklessly dumped, kills useful microorganisms in the soil.
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Names of pollutants: 1 Mark each
The major soil pollutants are
1. Pesticides and insecticides: Excessive use results in rampant leaching of these chemicals into the soil
2. Plastic bags: Don't get decomposed which lowers the soil fertility.
3.Industrial waste: When recklessly dumped, kills useful microorganisms in the soil.
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