Point source

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009064",
  "term": "Point source",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A localized and identifiable origin from which pollutants are discharged into the environment. This source can be a pipe, ditch, channel, tunnel, well, discrete fissure, container, or concentrated animal feeding operation. Examples include industrial discharge pipes or sewage treatment plant outfalls, which are regulated under environmental protection laws.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 928 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/point-source/"
}