Thermal pollution

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009589",
  "term": "Thermal pollution",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The degradation of water quality resulting from any process that alters the ambient water temperature. This change in temperature can reduce dissolved oxygen levels and affect aquatic ecosystems. Industrial discharges, such as cooling water from power plants, are a common source of this environmental impact.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/thermal-pollution/"
}