Air pollution

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003381",
  "term": "Air pollution",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The presence of harmful or undesirable substances in the Earth's atmosphere, occurring at concentrations that can cause adverse effects on human health, vegetation, animals, or structures. This contamination can arise from natural processes like dust storms or wildfires, or from human activities such as burning fossil fuels. It is a global environmental concern with local and regional impacts.",
  "see_also": [
    "airborne particulates",
    "designated pollutant",
    "particulates",
    "Criteria pollutants"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/air-pollution/"
}