What is another word for groundwater pollution?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈa͡ʊndwɔːtə pəlˈuːʃən] (IPA) 
Groundwater pollution can be referred to in a variety of ways. Synonyms include contamination of underground water sources, toxic water infiltration, aquifer pollution, seepage contamination, and underground water pollution. These terms are often used interchangeably when referring to the presence of harmful substances in groundwater. Groundwater pollution occurs when toxic substances infiltrate the soil and percolate down to the water table, contaminating the groundwater. Common sources of groundwater pollution include agricultural runoff, industrial waste, leaky underground storage tanks, and discharge from septic systems. The negative effects of groundwater pollution can be severe and long-lasting, impacting both human health and the environment.
