Generally, pollution is defined as the presence of matter or energy whose nature, location or quantity can result in undesired environmental effects.
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Air PollutionLight Pollution | Noise PollutionWater Pollution |
Recommended Resources
ESRL Physical Sciences Division
The Physical Science Division of the Earth System Research Laboratory, which is itself a part of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration of the United States Department of Commerce, conducts weather and climate research on matters relating to the earth's physical environment, and to improve weather and climate predictions on a global scale. Its research programs, data, products and outreach activities are found here.
http://www.cdc.noaa.gov/
Scorecard is an online resource for information relating to pollution and toxic chemicals. Visitors to the site can learn about pollutant problems in their own community and learn who is responsible for it. Comparisons can also be made between communities and states.
http://www.scorecard.org/
