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Referring to alterations in the environment due to the presence or activities of humans.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy
Anthropogenic effects or processes are those that are derived from human activities, as opposed to effects or processes that occur in the natural environment without human influences.
The term is often used in the context of geology, and chemical or biological emissions that are produced as a result of human activities.
Anthropogenic sources include industry, agriculture, mining, transportation, construction, and habitations.
Source: Wikipedia
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