URBANIZATION PROCESSES AND ECOLOGICAL BURDEN: EPIDEMIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF AIR, WATER, AND SOIL POLLUTION

Abstract

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the ecological burden caused by urbanization, particularly the epidemiological impact of air, water, and soil pollution. The pace of urbanization is associated with population concentration in cities, increased industrial activity, and higher transportation density, all of which contribute to environmental pollution. Based on scientific research and statistical data, the article evaluates air degradation, changes in the quality of water resources, and the rising concentration of heavy metals in urban soils. Findings emphasize the negative ecological consequences of urbanization and highlight the urgent need for sustainable urban planning policies.