Auther: Dr. Rakesh Mehta,Ms. Anjali Sharma
Abstract: Mining activities significantly alter land surfaces, impacting soil stability and vegetation cover in affected regions. Traditional field surveys are often limited in spatial extent and frequency, posing challenges for comprehensive environmental assessment. Remote sensing offers an efficient, cost-effective, and spatially extensive tool for monitoring mining-induced changes. This paper discusses the application of multispectral and hyperspectral remote sensing techniques in evaluating soil stability and vegetation health in mining areas. Key indicators such as Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and soil erosion indices derived from satellite data provide insights into degradation patterns. The integration of remote sensing with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) enhances mapping and temporal analysis. Challenges including atmospheric interference and sensor limitations are addressed. Two tables highlight remote sensing satellites commonly used for mining impact studies and compare
Keywords: Remote sensing, Mining impact, Soil stability, Vegetation monitoring, NDVI, GIS, Environmental assessment
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