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Contaminant
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kontaminant, förorenande ämne
a substance or agent that makes something impure or harmful by contact or mixture
Example
The factory 's wastewater discharge contained contaminants that posed a threat to the nearby river ecosystem.
The water treatment plant successfully removed contaminants, ensuring the drinking water met safety standards.
Chemical spills in the river introduced harmful contaminants, affecting the aquatic life and downstream communities.