Management of Natural Resources
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Q & A
Q1(CBSE 2011): What is coliform bacteria? What does its presence in water indicate?
Answer: Coliform is a group of bacteria which is found in human intestines. Its presence in water indicates contamination by disease-causing microbes. Its high presence in rivers and ponds elevates the risks of water borne diseases like gastroenteritis.
Q2(CBSE 2011): State two reasons of launching "Ganga Action Plan". Which bacteria was found in Ganga water indicating contamination?