Essays on Pollution

Introduction Generically, pollution is caused by fuel combustion in numerous sectors: domestic use, power generation, transport, and trade. The problem is aggravated by environmental conditions and a mixture of population density and urbanization. Air pollution leads to many issues, such as health hazards, especially for women and children, adverse effects on agriculture, livestock, building material...

In the 21st century, mankind has accomplished great achievements in the past few years. New technologies are being developed and elevated for the effective working of human evolution. Latest energy bases are looked for and their best abilities are harnessed by us. One of which is radioactive energy which has several uses in every division....

The accumulation of heavy metals (Zn, Cu, Pb and Cd) in leaves and barks of five common tree species in the city of Gabès, Tunisia were investigated for a comparative study. Samplings were performed during spring, summer and autumn. The ability of trees to accumulate a certain HMs from soil, the ability for comprehensive accumulation...

Introduction Oil spills, caused by damaged tankers, pipelines, or offshore oil rigs can cause sudden or long-term environmental damages that can last for years. Some main effects of oil spills are that it kills marine mammals. Oil can clog the blowholes of whales and dolphins, not allowing them to breathe properly and disrupting their ability...