What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India?
Points to Remember: Definition and sources of oil pollution. Impacts of oil pollution on marine ecosystems (flora, fauna, and habitats). Specific vulnerabilities of India to oil pollution. Economic, social, and environmental consequences for India. Mitigation and remediation strategies. Introduction: Oil pollution refers to the contamination of water bodies, primarily oceans and seas, by petroleum hydrocarbons. … Read more