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Microbiological water pollution is one of the six types of [[Water pollution]] causes.

== Microbiological pollution==
Microbiological pollution is naturally occurring water pollution. It comes from microorganisms like bacteria, viruses and protozoa that can cause waterborne diseases such as cholera. This type of water pollution is common in areas where people drink untreated water. Microbiological polluted water can cause serious illnesses therefore having adequate drinkwatersystems plays an important role in eliminating microbiological pollution. Microbiological pollution can also kill fish and other aquatic organisms. For example, harmful algae blooms play an important role in [[Eutrophication]].