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Jatab-Esther Nmachi.

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ABSTRACT This study explored industrial activities related toxic wastes and perceived environmental impact in Trans-Amadi Port Harcourt City, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to determine the perceived types of toxic wastes generated by the industries as well as identify the perceived environmental impact of the industrial activities. The descriptive survey design was adopted in the study The study population consisted of 988 adults out of which 395 representing 40% were selected using the convenience sampling technique. Data collection instrument was a structured questionnaire reflecting the study variables. Direct delivery and retrieval approach was employed in the data collection process which lasted for a period of two weeks on alternate days. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation. The Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 23 was employed in the analytical process. Results were presented in tables in better appreciation of study findings. Results revealed that the major types of toxic waste emitted from industries include carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, heavy metals, hydrocarbons, black soot and smog; the environmental impact of industrial wastes include water and air pollution with consequent depletion of natural resources and threat to human and animal lives. The study concluded that toxic wastes from industrial activities exerts significant harmful effects on the environment and sustenance. It was recommended that government and communities should institute stringent measures to discourage the discharge of toxic waste into the environment. Key words: Industrial, Activities. Toxic Waste, Environmental, Impact, Trans-Amadi Port Harcourt City, Nigeria

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