Question

The following is the statement about pollution, which type of pollution does this express?
Many times, vomiting and dysentery occurs after eating ‘panipuri’.

Answer 1

Hint: The symptoms mentioned here are vomiting and dysentery. Vomiting generally occurs when we consume contaminated food and the body tries to expel it forcefully through the mouth whereas dysentery can be caused by a bacteria that may spread through contaminated food or water.

Complete answer:
In the question, it is mentioned that the above symptoms are mainly after consumption of junk food called panipuri. The main ingredient which is often consumed in bulk in this food item is the water. The water which the panipuri seller uses need not be from a hygienic source. It can be assumed that the vomiting sensation might be the result of the water he used because there is no alternate ingredient in it which can contaminate the food. So, this may be due to the use of polluted water. Pollution is the term used when something negatively impacts the system. When water from the unhygienic places is brought, it may harbour some of the disease causing microorganisms and the person consuming it may be allergic to that and as a result of this, the body shows the above symptoms. By the above explanation, it can be concluded that it is water pollution.

Note:
We should always be cautious regarding the food habits and also the place from where it is brought. We are always suggested to eat in hygienic places especially when it comes to street food. Sometimes, food poisoning may also occur and lead to other complications which may cause long term effects.