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Deutsch: Grubenwasser aus Kohlebergwerken / Español: Drenaje de minas de carbón / Português: Drenagem de minas de carvão / Français: Drainage des mines de charbon / Italiano: Drenaggio delle miniere di carbone
Coal mine drainage refers to the water that emerges from active or abandoned coal mines, carrying dissolved minerals, heavy metals, and acidic compounds as a result of geological and chemical processes. This phenomenon poses significant environmental challenges, particularly in regions with a history of coal extraction, where it can contaminate surface water, groundwater, and soil. The management and treatment of coal mine drainage are critical for mitigating its ecological and public health impacts.
Deutsch: Küste / Español: Costa / Português: Costa / Français: Côte / Italiano: Costa
In the environment context, a "coast" or "coastline" refers to the area where land meets the sea or ocean, encompassing a broad range of ecosystems including beaches, cliffs, dunes, estuaries, and mangroves. Coasts are dynamic environments where various physical, chemical, and biological processes interact, making them important areas for biodiversity, human habitation, and economic activities such as tourism, fishing, and trade.
Deutsch: Küstenlinie / Español: Línea costera / Português: Linha costeira / Français: Ligne de côte / Italiano: Linea costiera
Coastline in the environmental context refers to the area where land meets the ocean or sea. It includes the shorelines, beaches, cliffs, dunes, and estuaries, encompassing both natural and human-made features. Coastlines are dynamic and constantly changing due to natural processes like erosion, sediment deposition, tides, and human activities.
Deutsch: Kakerlake / Español: Cucaracha / Português: Barata / Français: Cafard / Italiano: Scarafaggio
Cockroach refers to an insect belonging to the order Blattodea, known for its resilience and adaptability to various environments. In the environmental context, cockroaches are studied for their ecological roles, impact on human habitats, and as indicators of environmental health.
Deutsch: Koeffizient / Español: Coeficiente / Português: Coeficiente / Français: Coefficient / Italiano: Coefficiente
In the environment context, a "coefficient" refers to a numerical factor or value that quantifies the relationship between different variables or parameters within environmental studies and research. These coefficients play a crucial role in understanding and analyzing various environmental processes, including pollution levels, ecological dynamics, and climate change impacts. They help scientists and researchers make informed decisions and predictions regarding the environment.