Change the sentences from active to passive. Explain how the change influenced the emphasis(focus) of the sentence.

1. In California the coastal nesting grounds along sandy beaches were disturbed by the growing number of tourists.

2. The tourism industry generally overuses water resources for hotels, swimming pools, and golf courses.

3. Noise pollution from airplanes, cars, motorbikes, as well as recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles and jet skis, have caused annoyance, stress, and even hearing loss.

4. Waste water has polluted seas and lakes surrounding tourist attractions.

5. Concentrations of tourists in specific seasons strongly increase the impact of tourism on the environment.

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