environmental contamination
[/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌkɑntæmɪˈneɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: environmental contaminations
contaminação ambiental
1. The pollution or degradation of the natural environment through the introduction of harmful substances or waste materials
Environmental contamination from industrial waste has affected the local water supply.
A contaminação ambiental resultante de resíduos industriais afetou o abastecimento de água local.
2. The presence of unwanted substances in soil, water, or air that pose risks to ecosystems and human health
The environmental contamination levels in the river exceeded safety standards.
Os níveis de contaminação ambiental no rio ultrapassaram os padrões de segurança.
3. The process by which pollutants spread through the environment
Environmental contamination can occur through multiple pathways including air, water, and soil.
A contaminação ambiental pode ocorrer através de múltiplos caminhos, incluindo ar, água e solo.
In Brazil, environmental contamination is a significant public health and policy concern, particularly in industrial areas around São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term is frequently used in environmental legislation (Lei da Política Nacional do Meio Ambiente) and public discourse about industrial responsibility and sustainable development. In the USA, this term is central to EPA regulations and environmental justice movements.
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