Minorities living in poverty are much more exposed than other citizens to the dangers of natural and technological hazards; sociologists term this

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Environmental racism refers to the way in which minority group populations are burdened with a disproportionate number of hazards, including toxic waste facilities, garbage dumps, and other sources of environmental pollution and foul odors that can lead to health issues. This term captures the intersection of environmental injustice with racial and ethnic disparities.

Minorities Living in Poverty Are Much More Exposed Than Other