SCIENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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Water in developing countries is discolored.
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Water in developing countries is composed of different elements.
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Water in developing countries may be minimally treated and could cause illness.
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Water in developing countries contains large amounts of chlorine from over treatment.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Over one billion people in developing countries have inadequate access to clean water. The main barriers to addressing water problems in developing nations include poverty, costs of infrastructure, and poor governance. The effects of climate change on the water cycle can make these problems worse.
Detailed explanation-2: -Developing countries are most affected by water shortages, flooding and poor water quality. Up to 80% of illnesses in the developing world are linked to inadequate water and sanitation. In many countries, pollution or rising sea levels are contaminating trusted water sources.
Detailed explanation-3: -Lack of sanitation is one of the most significant forms of water pollution. 90% of sewage in developing countries is discharged untreated directly into water bodies. Every day 2 million tonnes of sewage and other effluents drain into the world’s water3.
Detailed explanation-4: -Climate change. Unsurprisingly, climate change is one of the main reasons behind the global water crisis. Natural disasters. War and conflict. Wastewater. Water waste. Lack of water data. Lack of international cooperation on shared water sources. Lack of infrastructure. More items •22-Mar-2022