Which of the following is a nonpoint source of water pollution?
A)runoff from streets during a large rain event
B)a mine discharging acidic effluent
C)a drainpipe from an industrial factory
D)an effluent pipe from a sewage treatment plant
E)an oil spill

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Nonpoint source pollution does not originate from a single, identifiable source but rather from widespread areas. Runoff from streets during a large rain event is an example of nonpoint source pollution because it collects pollutants from various areas as it moves.

Which of the Following Is a Nonpoint Source of Water