Environmental problems of illegal gold mining in Madre de Dios (Peru)
Abstract
Peru is a mining country, exporting many minerals internationally such as gold, silver, copper, etc. The laws that exist in Peru, allow mining activity to be carried out legally in the country. Although unfortunately, the procedures are very cumbersome that discourages and encourages many to convert what is legal to illegal. And the one who is sadly affected is the Peruvian Amazon. Illegal gold mining in the Department of Madre de Dios - Peru, has even affected the natural protected areas in the Department of Madre de Dios. In addition to other environmental problems that it generates; such as the destruction of forests, alteration of river courses, mercury contamination, destruction of riparian vegetation and altering the landscape.
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