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Question
What causes waterborne diseases? Name two waterborn diseases.
Solution
Phosphates and Nitrates from fertilizers, industrial effluents.
E.g. Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, etc. Gastrointestinal problems, typhoid, etc.
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