👉 The term "contaminates" in the context of environmental science refers to substances or materials that come into contact with natural or human-made resources and have a negative impact on their quality, stability, or functioning. Contamination can be caused by various factors such as physical damage, chemical exposure, biological contamination, or environmental factors like pollution, heat, radiation, or other pollutants. The term "contaminates" is often used in the context of environmental protection and remediation efforts to prevent further harm
