Urbanization occurs when rural or natural areas undergo development and become urban areas. What are two specific ways in which urbanization can affect surface-water quality in the immediate area?
Increased erosion can cause chemical runoff and overflow of sewage into streams can add bacteria and viruses to the water.
Overflow of sewage into streams can add bacteria and viruses that are beneficial decomposers to the water and erosion will allow for new
plant growth
Increased erosion will allow fresh new soil to be used by plants
Increased erosion and overflow of sewage will contribute to the overall health of the ecosystem