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Air pollution is the presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to humans and other living beings, or cause damage to the environment. Air pollution can be chemical, physical or biological. [1]
Average global distribution of particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations (2001-2006) Atmospheric particulate matter, also known as particulate matter, or PM, describes solids and/or liquid particles suspended in a gas, most commonly the Earth's atmosphere. [1]
Environmental monitoring is the processes and activities that are done to characterize and describe the state of the environment. It is used in the preparation of environmental impact assessments, and in many circumstances in which human activities may cause harmful effects on the natural environment.
Various definitions of pollution exist, which may or may not recognize certain types, such as noise pollution or greenhouse gases.The United States Environmental Protection Administration defines pollution as "Any substances in water, soil, or air that degrade the natural quality of the environment, offend the senses of sight, taste, or smell, or cause a health hazard.
Udara is a genus of butterflies in the family Lycaenidae. The species are found in the Indomalayan and the Australasian realms. Male Udara dilecta from Thailand, type species of the genus
Kementerian Lingkungan Hidup/ Badan Pengendalian Lingkungan Hidup Republik Indonesia: Ministry of Environment headquarters, shared with the Ministry of Forestry: Ministry overview; Formed: 1978: Preceding Ministry
Visual pollution is the degradation of the visual environment due to unattractive or disruptive elements that negatively impact the aesthetic quality of an area. It can affect urban, suburban, and natural landscapes. [1]
Yogyakarta International Airport (IATA: YIA, ICAO: WAHI) is an international airport located at Temon district of Kulon Progo Regency, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.The airport is situated around 45 km (28 mi) from the city of Yogyakarta, which serves the Yogyakarta Special Region, as well as nearby Central Javan cities such as Purworejo, Kebumen, Cilacap and Magelang. [1]