Asked by Alvin P. Davis on Jul 31, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT a nonpoint source of pollution? 

A)  pesticides dispersed by airplane and wind onto a crop 
B)  runoff from a stockyard 
C)  a smokestack from a power plant 
D)  fertilizer runoff from lawns

Nonpoint Source

Pollution that cannot be traced back to a single source or location, often resulting from runoff that collects pollutants from widespread areas.

Pesticides

Chemical agents used to kill or control pests that damage crops and spread diseases, including insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides.

Fertilizer Runoff

The movement of water-soluble components of fertilizer from agricultural lands to nearby water bodies, potentially causing nutrient pollution and algal blooms.

  • Identify and differentiate between point and nonpoint sources of pollution.
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Julian SantosAug 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A smokestack from a power plant is a point source of pollution, meaning that pollution can be traced back to a single source or location. Nonpoint sources, on the other hand, come from many diffuse sources and are more challenging to regulate and control. Choices A, B, and D are all examples of nonpoint sources of pollution.