Summary
In some areas of Uttar Pradesh, the water looks yellow‑green because of chemicals.
Factories have been dumping waste that contains a harmful metal called chromium.
Drinking this water can cause health problems, so safe water is important.
Key Points
4 points1
Industrial waste has been poured into the ground.
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The waste includes chromium, which is toxic.
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Chromium makes the water change colour.
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People may get sick if they drink the contaminated water.
New Words to Learn
8 wordsgroundwater
water that is stored underground
chromium
a metal that can be harmful if it gets into water
industrial waste
trash and chemicals that factories throw away
contaminated
made dirty or unsafe
districts
areas or regions in a state
exposing
letting people come into contact with
unsafe
not safe, could cause harm
health risks
things that can make you sick
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