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  2. Environmental issues in Nepal - Wikipedia

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    In Kathmandu, ambient air pollution due to construction projects, the high population which results in an increased number of vehicles, and bad conditions of the road lead to hazardous pollution. [3] In Nepal, Diarrhea is the 4th leading cause of death. There is still limited systemic monitoring of the water system and water quality. [4]

  3. Arsenic contamination of groundwater - Wikipedia

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    Arsenic contamination of groundwater is a form of groundwater pollution which is often due to naturally occurring high concentrations of arsenic in deeper levels of groundwater. It is a high-profile problem due to the use of deep tube wells for water supply in the Ganges Delta, causing serious arsenic poisoning to large numbers of people. A ...

  4. Human impact on river systems - Wikipedia

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    Bagmati at western Ring Road bridge between Lalitpur and Kathmandu, Nepal. Water pollution occurs when water bodies, such as rivers, lakes and oceans are contaminated with harmful substances. These substances degrade the water quality and are toxic to humans as consumers and to the environment. [7]

  5. History of water supply and sanitation - Wikipedia

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    In Nepal the construction of water conduits like drinking fountains and wells is considered a pious act. [34] [35] A drinking water supply system was developed starting at least as early as 550 AD. [36] This dhunge dhara or hiti system consists of carved stone fountains through which water flows uninterrupted from underground sources. These are ...

  6. Water issues in developing countries - Wikipedia

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    Water pollution (or aquatic pollution) is the contamination of water bodies, with a negative impact on their uses. [31]: 6 It is usually a result of human activities. Water bodies include lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers, reservoirs and groundwater. Water pollution results when contaminants mix with these water bodies. Contaminants can come from ...

  7. Rara Lake - Wikipedia

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    Due to over-grazing and defecation, the national park conservation officers are facing a challenge to preserve the lake. Local people are found cutting timber wood and fuel wood, which is a problem for conservation of Rara. Also during festivals visitors and local people produce a lot of wastage causing water pollution. [7]

  8. Water pollution in Nepal - Wikipedia

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    Environmental issues in Nepal#Water and air pollution; This page is a redirect. The following categories are used to track and monitor this redirect:

  9. Water pollution - Wikipedia

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    Nutrient pollution caused by Surface runoff of soil and fertilizer during a rain storm Nutrient pollution, a form of water pollution, refers to contamination by excessive inputs of nutrients. It is a primary cause of eutrophication of surface waters (lakes, rivers and coastal waters ), in which excess nutrients, usually nitrogen or phosphorus ...