What are some common types of environmental pollutants?
Some common types of environmental pollutants
- Air Pollutants: Carbon monoxide (CO), Particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO2), ozone (O3), nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
- Water Pollutants: Pesticides, fertilizers (nitrates, phosphates), heavy metals (lead, mercury, cadmium), herbicides, organic pollutants (PCBs, dioxins), pharmaceuticals, microplastics.
- Soil Pollutants: Pesticides, petroleum hydrocarbons, and industrial chemicals.