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Why is nonpoint surface pollution is a greater threat and hazard than point source pollution

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With point source they know exactly where point source pollution begins and can address the problem easier. But with nonpoint pollution they are not able to identify a single location the pollution came from so its harder to find a solution.

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Nonpoint source pollution is a greater hazard, because scientists are not able to identify a single location the pollution came from. It is harder to find a solution if they are unable to find the source.

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