The pollution status of the ship breaking area and its impact on tree growth and human health in Sitakunda, Bangladesh
Mohammed Khorshed Ali,
Ahmed Jubaer,
Mohammed Anisuzzaman Talukder
et al.
Abstract:Chittagong Shipyard has been a source of pollution for the local ecosystem. From the shipyard, a substantial amount of pollutants is released into the environment during operations. Due to the release of heavy metals, chemicals, and oil into nearby water bodies, which subsequently contaminate the soil, pollution of both water and soil occurs. The pollution of air and water due to the burning of fuels and materials such as oil and paint has also slowed the growth of the plant. To evaluate the status of environm… Show more
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