Metal contamination associated with mining activities has been considered one of the main
environmental pollution problems in the Amazon region. Understanding the levels of metal …

Mining operations are important causes of environmental pollution in developing countries
where mining waste management is not adequate. Consequently, heavy metal (loid) s are …

Illegal gold mining activities have contributed to the release and mobilization of Hg and
environmental degradation in many parts of the world. This study aims to determine the …

Mining is one of the oldest economic activities of mankind. Within this activity, artisanal and
small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is one of the most studied sectors due to its high level of …

Mining environmental liabilities (MEL) are of great concern because of potential risks to
ecosystems and human health. In this research, the environmental risk (RI) related to MEL …

Gold mining (GM) is a major source of metals and metalloids in rivers, causing severe
environmental pollution and increasing the exposure risks to the residents of surrounding …

Mercury (Hg) is an integral part of Earth's biogeochemical cycles, yet anthropogenic
activities significantly elevate its environmental presence, posing considerable ecological …

As water management is still a problem of international concern, scientists and practitioners
are collaborating to develop new tools and methods to improve and help in the decision …

Indoor thermal comfort levels in underground metro platforms and trains in Chennai
metropolitan city are assessed in the present research study to determine the comfort …

The multi-pathway cancer risk (CR) assessment of trihalomethanes (THM) involves
considering exposure via ingestion, dermal contact, and inhalation. Inhalation occurs during …