Question

question 51 points 3 which of the following statements is true? i. the water gets contaminated when factories release chemicals into nearby water bodies. ii. the water gets contaminated when there is a flood. iii. the water gets contaminated when the fish overpopulate a body of water.

Explanation:

• Statement I: Factories releasing chemicals into water bodies is a common cause of water - contamination due to the introduction of harmful substances.
• Statement II: Floods can carry various pollutants like sewage, chemicals, and debris, contaminating water.
• Statement III: Overpopulation of fish can lead to increased waste production and depletion of oxygen, but it is not the same as the typical forms of water - contamination like chemical or pathogen introduction. However, it can cause water quality degradation. Overall, statements I and II are more typical cases of water contamination.

Answer:

I and II