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ArticleOpen Access http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/ssas.2026.06.003

Research on Heavy Metal Pollution and Comprehensive Prevention and Control of Soil Around Coal Mining Area

Lijie Zhou

Xinjiang Institute of Engineering, Urumqi 830023, Xinjiang, China.

*Corresponding author: Lijie Zhou

Published: March 23,2026

Abstract

A large amount of wastes such as fly ash or gangue will be generated during the production and mining of coal resources, coal washing and coal preparation. The accumulation of these wastes will cause serious heavy metal pollution to the surrounding surface. After the soil is polluted by heavy metals, it will inevitably affect the growth quality of crops, and even pose a threat to people's life and health. Therefore, it is of great practical significance to discuss the problem of heavy metal pollution and pollution sources around the coal mining area, and to take targeted countermeasures.

Keywords

Coal Mine; Soil; Heavy Metal Pollution; Prevention and Control Measures

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How to cite this paper

Research on Heavy Metal Pollution and Comprehensive Prevention and Control of Soil Around Coal Mining Area

How to cite this paper: Lijie Zhou. (2026). Research on Heavy Metal Pollution and Comprehensive Prevention and Control of Soil Around Coal Mining Area. Soil Science and Agricultural Sustainability1(1), 18-22.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/ssas.2026.06.003