Question

select the correct answer. which of these situations is a direct example of water pollution? a. runoff carries fertilizer from a lawn into a nearby lake. b. a cars exhaust pipe releases emissions into the air. c. food waste rots in a compost bin instead of in a trash can. d. barrels collect rainwater to be used for watering flower gardens.

Explanation:

Fertilizer runoff into a lake directly adds pollutants to water, causing water - pollution. Option B is air - pollution, option C is a positive waste - management practice, and option D is a water - conservation practice.

Answer:

A. Runoff carries fertilizer from a lawn into a nearby lake.