noun
mine pollution; mining pollution
Refers to environmental pollution caused by mining activities, especially toxic substances from mines. Commonly used in historical and environmental discussions, such as the Ashio Copper Mine incident.
足尾鉱毒事件は日本の公害の原点と言われる。
The Ashio Copper Mine pollution incident is said to be the origin of environmental pollution issues in Japan.
鉱毒による健康被害が報告された。
Health damage caused by mine pollution was reported.