Understand that 'effluent' often implies negative environmental effects, especially pollution. Environmentalists are concerned about the effluent contaminating the ecosystem.
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Industrial Context
Recognize that 'effluent' frequently appears in discussions about industrial activities and regulations. The new regulations limit the amount of effluent that factories can produce.
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Treatment Processes
'Effluent' is commonly used to refer to the output of sewage and water treatment processes. The sewage plant's effluent must meet cleanliness standards before release.