pollutant contamination
[/pəˈluːtənt kənˌtæmɪˈneɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: contaminações por poluentes
contaminação por poluentes
1. The process or state of being made impure by the introduction of polluting substances into an environment
Pollutant contamination of groundwater poses serious health risks to nearby communities.
A contaminação por poluentes da água subterrânea representa riscos sérios à saúde das comunidades vizinhas.
2. The presence of harmful or poisonous substances in soil, water, or air caused by industrial or human activity
The factory's pollutant contamination has affected the quality of air in the region.
A contaminação por poluentes da fábrica afetou a qualidade do ar na região.
In Brazil, 'contaminação por poluentes' is widely discussed in environmental policy, especially regarding industrial zones in São Paulo and mining regions in Minas Gerais. The term has become more prominent in public discourse due to increased environmental awareness and government regulations (CONAMA - Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente). In the USA, this term is commonly used in EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) documentation and environmental justice movements.
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