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What are the causes and effects of land pollution in the community
of Catherine Hall?
Name: Renae Scarlett Registration Number: __________________________ School: Herbert Morrison Technical High Date: March 8, 2012 Name of Teacher: Ms. King Class: Grade 10 Science
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page
Aim of Study…………………………………………………3
Location of Area of Study……………………………..4-6
Method of Data Collection……………………………7
Data Presentation and Analysis …………………………………………8-12
Conclusion…………………………………………………….13
Bibliography………………………………………………….14
Questionnaire………………………………………………..15-16
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Aim of Study
What are the causes and effects of land pollution in the community of Catherine Hall?
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Method of Data Collection Different methods were used in the collection of this research, they include
questionnaires and interviews. Fifteen (15) residents were randomly selected on December
20, 2011 and were either given questionnaires to answer (which were collected ten (10) days
later) or were interviewed directly.
Questionnaire distributed and date
Questionnaires recollected and date
Residents interviewed
10- December 20, 2011 9- December 30,2011 5
Some residents were unwilling to participate in this research however, the data was then
recollected and evaluate and used to aid in the preparation of this research.
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Data Presentation and Analysis This research was conducted with the assistance of 15 random personnel’s whom answered a questionnaire containing 10 questions. 60% of the 15 persons were males and the other 30% females. Fig1 shows the ages of the responders. The community of Catherine Hall is a small middle class urban community just a ¾ of a mile from the hustle and bustle of the town of Montego Bay.
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Majority of people living in the area of study are between the ages of 26-34years 40%, the others were under 18years 7%, 18-25years 20%, 26-35years 40% 35-49years 13%, 50 years and over 20%. When asked how they had been residing in the community 27% said less than five (5) years, 33% said 5-10 years, 7% said over 11years. Residents said orally they moved to the community because it was close to work, school or had better resources.
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AGE TYPES OF PEOPLE LIVING IN AREA OF STUDY
under 18
18-25years
26-34years
35-49years
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Residents say that the community is a fairly new but is already well on the map and is the
location of one of the country’s leading shopping centre. Despite this it is being shoddier by a
terrible plague called pollution. An alarming 73% of participants said they were affected by
land pollution. Fig2 tells how they are affected by land pollution and the percentage of those
who are affected by each cause
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60% of respondents said the lack of or infrequent garbage collection was a major cause
to the community’s land pollution, 27% said that residents’ improper disposal of waste was
the main cause; while the other 13% said it was due to animals who roamed the
neighborhood.
The residents said their problem is not a recent one as 53% said it has been a problem
for over 5years, 27% said 2-3year while 20% 18 said over the past year. It was observed during
exploring the community the garbage was only collected when residents complained to some
authority or it was over flowed the community. Residents also need to keep pets more
securely tied or locked up as the contributed to the pollution.
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CAUSES OF LAND POLLUTION
improper garbage
disposalAnimals
no frequent garbage
collection
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Land pollution affected every one of the respondents fig3 shows the results of this
finding. Eight (8) of the fifteen(15) respondents said the land being polluted affected them
medically either through infections or diseases etc, 3 said lowered the value of their house
while the other four(4) said it burdened their pockets having to pay for medical bills
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The researcher observed that garbage disposers take too long a time to collect the
waste and clean the area so there is a huge pile up of unnecessary waste. As a result, residents
constantly have to go the doctor because of rashes, asthma attacks, sinuses, and other chronic
illnesses. There is also a financial pain on residents having so many medical bills. It also is an
unsightly seen to see garbage piled up in front of houses.
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medically
devalues property
financially
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HOW LAND POLLUTION AFFECTS EACH RESIDENT
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When asked how often garbage was collected 4 out of the 11 persons said once a week
the other 7 stated that it was collected only once a month. However, during a three month
period of observation it can be stated by the researcher that the garbage was only collect
when in abundance. They were also asked how they dispose of their garbage figure4 shows
the results of this question
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Six (6) of the participants said they get rid of their garbage via an incinerator 4 said they burnt
theirs and only one said they buried their garbage. It is good to know that at least 3 out of
every 15 person recycle their garbage or bury it but more person need to do this as it help in
the community’s pollution problem.
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incinerator burning burying
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Ways garbage is disposed
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When asked if they thought enough was being done to correct the problem 33% said no, 67%
said yes (Figure5) those who said yes were asked what was being they all said “informative
seminars were held about garbage disposal”. Most resident agreed that seminars were held
but nothing more. Authorities only talk and don’t have any actions in place some say the
need to stop putting their ‘foot in their mouth’ and showing that they are willing to help them
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. It was also stated what else could be done to help the situation. 73% said more cleaning up
exercises 27% said residents can dispose of garbage better. It was observed by the researcher
that the same residents who complained about garbage pill ups contributed to them. It is
thought that this is obviously preposterous and that they should behave better.
Yes, 67%
No, 33%
Resident who think the problem is being fixed
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Conclusion After doing this research it was found that Land pollution was one of the biggest challenges
faced by residents of Catherine hall and if they wanted to quell this problem they need to find
better ways of disposing garbage, speak up about the problem they are facing and help to
solve the problem by working together
They must speak to their neighbors about their unleashed pets that are making the problem
worst for all of them and ensure that all garbage pile ups are gotten rid of as soon as possible.
Catherine is a very small community and residents must realize that if they don’t speak up,
speak out they will be left behind, let their voices be heard and don’t sit down and do nothing.
Residents shouldn’t complain about the pollution if they are knowingly, purposely and without
remorse contributing to it for that is being very irresponsible and imprudent
At the end of this research it was found that residents have a huge problem with land
pollution and need to cooperate with each other and speak out about their challenge in order
to conquer it by speaking to NSWA (National Solid Waste Agency) about the ongoing pollution.
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Bibliography
Rahil A.M. Vohn New Caribbean Geography Fourth Edition October2005 Ottley Jeanette Longman Geography for CXC Gentles Marolyn May 2000
Wilson Mark The Caribbean Environment for CXC Geography Newly Revised Edition- First published 1989
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QUESTIONNAIRE
Topic: Pollution
Title: What are the causes and effects of land pollution in the Community of
Catherine Hall
Aim: To investigate the causes and effects of land pollution
1. Gender
Male Female
2. Age group
Under 18years 18-25years 26-34years 35-49years 50 and over
3. How long have you been a resident in Catherine Hall?
Less than 5years 5-10years 11-18years over 18years
4. Do you have a problem with land pollution?
Yes No
5. What do you think has resulted in the problem of land pollution in Catherine
Hall?
6. How long has it been a problem?
7. How does land pollution affect you?
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How often is garbage collected in Catherine Hall?
Everyday every two days once a week once a month hardly ever
8. How do you dispose of your Garbage?
Incinerator burning burying other____________________________
9. Do you think enough is being done to correct the problem?
Yes No
If yes, state what
10. What other measures can be put in to correct this problem?
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