Point Source
/ˈpɔɪnt sɔːrs/
Definitions
- (n.) A distinct, identifiable source of pollution or emission, such as a pipe or smokestack, regulated under environmental law.
The factory was cited for violating water quality standards due to a discharge from a point source.
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- point source
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Commentary
In environmental law, 'point source' is a key term distinguishing discrete emitters of pollution from diffuse sources; precise identification aids in regulatory enforcement and permitting.
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