Which of the following is NOT an example of nonpoint source pollution?
A)Agricultural runoff
B)Erosion from logging operations
C)Acid mine drainage
D)Sewage treatment plant effluent

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Nonpoint source pollution is pollution that cannot be traced to a single source or location. It generally comes from widespread areas such as agricultural fields or urban runoff. Acid mine drainage, while it can contaminate wide areas, typically originates from a specific location (the mine), making it a point source of pollution. However, sewage treatment plant effluent is directly discharged from a specific facility, making it a clear example of point source pollution, not nonpoint source pollution.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Nonpoint