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Groundwater pollution
'''Groundwater pollution''' refers to the contamination of [[groundwater]] bodies, often as a result of human activities. This form of pollution can == Causes of Groundwater Pollution ==

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Electrical resistance heating remediation
...ediation]] of contaminated soil and groundwater. It is a form of [[thermal remediation]] that uses electrical energy to heat the subsurface, thereby enhancing the ...pplication of an electrical current to the subsurface to heat the soil and groundwater. The heat generated by the electrical current increases the volatility of t

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Environmental remediation
...aterials and ensuring that they can once again support life. Environmental remediation is a complex, interdisciplinary field that involves a variety of strategies ...tial risk to public health or the environment. Based on this assessment, a remediation strategy is formulated and implemented to clean up the contaminated site to

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Hydrogeology
...e branch of [[geology]] that deals with the distribution and movement of [[groundwater]] in the soil and rocks of the Earth's crust (commonly in [[aquifers]]). Th ...ial processes. Hydrogeologists often use models to predict the behavior of groundwater systems under natural and anthropogenic influences.

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Dense non-aqueous phase liquid
...in the context of environmental pollution and [[Groundwater contamination|groundwater contamination]], as they can penetrate deeply into the subsurface, creating ...ble in water, although they can dissolve to a limited extent, leading to [[Groundwater]] contamination.

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Hydraulic platform
...is a term used in [[hydrogeology]] to describe the direction and rate of [[groundwater]] flow due to changes in the depth of the water table. It is a key concept ...tion. The hydraulic head is a measure of the total potential energy of the groundwater at a specific location, and includes both pressure and gravitational potent

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1,2,3-Trichloropropane
TCP is persistent in the environment and has been detected in groundwater, surface water, and soil. Its persistence and toxicity pose significant ris ==Regulation and Remediation==

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Uranyl carbonate
...waters and its implications for nuclear waste management and environmental remediation. Uranyl carbonate complexes play a crucial role in the mobility and bioavai ...bon dioxide]] (CO2) and water (H2O), a process that can occur naturally in groundwater and surface waters containing dissolved carbon dioxide and uranium. The for

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Underground storage tank
...sociated with USTs stem from potential leaks that can contaminate soil and groundwater, posing significant risks to public health and ecosystems. ...l damage. Common methods include automatic tank gauging, vapor monitoring, groundwater monitoring, and interstitial monitoring in double-walled tanks. Preventativ

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Hydraulic conductivity
.... It is a key parameter in the study of [[hydrogeology]], the science of [[groundwater]] flow and [[water pollution]], and is critical in designing systems for [[ ...rms of cm/s (centimeters per second) due to the typically slow movement of groundwater.

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Phytoremediation
...transfer, stabilize, and/or destroy [[contaminants]] in the [[soil]] and [[groundwater]]. There are several different types of phytoremediation mechanisms. These '''Rhizofiltration''' is a water remediation technique that involves the uptake of contaminants by plant roots. Rhizofil

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Persulfate
...sed in various applications ranging from polymerization initiators to soil remediation. Persulfates include ammonium, potassium, and sodium salts, which are solub ...onmental remediation, especially in the treatment of contaminated soil and groundwater. They can degrade a wide range of organic pollutants, including [[Pesticide

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Soil pollution
* '''Water Contamination''': Pollutants in the soil can leach into groundwater, affecting both drinking water supplies and aquatic life. ==Prevention and Remediation==

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Total petroleum hydrocarbon
...ficant risks to human health and the ecosystem. They can contaminate soil, groundwater, and surface water, leading to potential exposure through ingestion, inhala ==Regulation and Remediation==

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Environmental services
...], [[air quality]] monitoring, [[recycling]] programs, and [[environmental remediation]]. These services are provided by a combination of public sector agencies, ===Environmental Remediation===

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Hanford Site
...ommissioning of the reactors, and the remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. ...e a focal point for discussions on nuclear waste management, environmental remediation, and the legacy of nuclear weapons production.

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Chemical contamination in Australia
...tion in Australia. These chemicals can leach into the soil and contaminate groundwater, affecting both the environment and human health. Additionally, runoff from ...ms have been implemented to mitigate its impacts. Proper waste management, remediation efforts, and the use of cleaner technologies are essential in reducing chem

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Chemical contamination
...ination, through the use of pesticides and fertilizers that can leach into groundwater or run off into nearby bodies of water. In addition, improper disposal of h == Prevention and Remediation of Chemical Contamination ==

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Gasworks
...projects. The legacy of gasworks includes contaminated sites that require remediation and historical buildings that are sometimes preserved as industrial heritag ==Preservation and Remediation==

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Reductive dechlorination
...[[bioremediation]] of [[pollutants]], particularly those found in soil and groundwater. Reductive dechlorination is primarily carried out by [[anaerobic bacteria] ...e dechlorination is a key process in the natural attenuation or engineered remediation of these pollutants, as it can break down these persistent compounds into l

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