Ravinnepäästöt
Ravinnepäästöt refers to the release of nutrients, primarily nitrogen and phosphorus, into the environment. These nutrients are essential for plant and animal life but become problematic when present in excessive amounts. The main sources of ravinnepäästöt are agricultural runoff, wastewater discharge from urban areas and industries, and atmospheric deposition.
In agriculture, fertilizers containing nitrogen and phosphorus are widely used to enhance crop growth. When rainfall
Wastewater treatment plants, while designed to remove pollutants, may not always eliminate all nutrients. Discharges from
Atmospheric deposition occurs when nitrogen compounds emitted from sources like vehicle exhaust and industrial combustion are
The impact of excessive ravinnepäästöt is a significant environmental concern. In aquatic environments, these excess nutrients