Question

Which option correctly identifies a cause and consequence of water pollution?(1 point)
Responses

cause: chlorofluorocarbons
consequence: depletion of ozone layer
cause: chlorofluorocarbons consequence: depletion of ozone layer

cause: runoff of pesticides
consequence: global warming
cause: runoff of pesticides consequence: global warming

cause: particulates
consequence: smog
cause: particulates consequence: smog

cause: acid rain
consequence: destruction of crops

Answer 1

The correct option that identifies a cause and consequence of water pollution is:

**cause: runoff of pesticides
consequence: destruction of crops**

While the remaining options address environmental issues, they do not correctly link water pollution to its immediate consequences. The runoff of pesticides can indeed contaminate water sources and negatively impact agricultural crops.