Heavy metals are a group of metallic elements with relatively high densities, atomic weights, or atomic numbers. Some heavy metals are essential nutrients in trace amounts, such as iron, copper, and z...
Heavy metals are a group of metallic elements with relatively high densities, atomic weights, or atomic numbers. Some heavy metals are essential nutrients in trace amounts, such as iron, copper, and zinc. However, others, such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic, have no known biological role and are toxic even at low concentrations. Exposure to heavy metals can occur through various routes, including contaminated food, water, air, and soil. Chronic exposure can lead to a wide range of health problems, affecting the nervous system, kidneys, liver, and other organs.
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Common Dosage
Exposure levels are typically measured in parts per million (ppm) or micrograms per liter (µg/L) in environmental samples. There is no safe 'dosage'; the goal is to minimize exposure.
Source Type
natural
Production Process
Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements extracted from the earth's crust through mining and refining processes. Industrial activities can also release heavy metals into the environment.
Use Type
BothPossible Side Effects
Environmental toxicity describes the harmful effects of substances on the environment, affecting living organisms and ecosystems, potentially leading to long-term ecological damage and human health problems. It arises from the release of pollutants into the environment.
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