IGNOU BEVAE 181 2025 - Differentiate between the surface and ground water. Describe the facto

Question

Differentiate between the surface and ground water. Describe the factors responsible for degradation of water.

06 Sep 2025

Answer :

Word Count : 341

Surface water and groundwater are two primary sources of freshwater that support human life, agriculture, and ecosystems, but they differ in their origin, accessibility, and characteristics. Surface water refers to water that is found on the earth’s surface in lakes, rivers, ponds, reservoirs, and streams. It is readily accessible for domestic, industrial, and agricultural use and is directly influenced by rainfall, runoff, and evaporation. Surface water is more exposed to environmental pollutants due to its contact with human activities, industrial discharges, and agricultural runoff. It also experiences seasonal variations and can be easily replenished by precipitation. In contrast, groundwater

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