THE IMPACT OF WASTES GENERATED FROM COAL MINES ON PLANT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Keywords:
coal mines, mining wastes, plant growth, heavy metals, phytotoxicity, environmental consequences, reclamation.Abstract
This article provides a scientific analysis of the impact of wastes generated by coal mining activities on plant growth and development. The study examines the effects of solid wastes, coal dust, and beneficiation residues released during mining operations, as well as the influence of heavy metals and chemical compounds contained in these wastes on plant physiology. Particular attention is given to the negative effects of mining wastes on photosynthesis, biomass accumulation, and morphological development through the soil–plant system. The paper also considers ecological consequences such as vegetation degradation, reduced productivity, and loss of biodiversity in areas surrounding coal mines.
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