The document discusses various ways that the hydrosphere, or water environment, is being polluted. It identifies pollution by oil and mineral oil from shipping accidents and waste dumping as a major issue, with over 10 million tons of oil entering oceans annually. Other significant sources of pollution include sewage, heavy metals, acid rain, plastic waste, and radioactive waste. Proper management of waste and prevention of accidents are needed to address this growing threat and protect water resources that all life depends on.