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Heavy metal toxicity is a generic term for an above average level of metal in the blood which may result in undesirable side-effects. Common heavy metal toxicities humans are expose to are lead, arsenic, mercury, aluminum and cadmium.<br> | Heavy metal toxicity is a generic term for an above average level of metal in the blood which may result in undesirable side-effects. Authors argue what constitues a "heavy metal," but it's commonly referred to as any metal which could potentially cause human or environmental harm. Common heavy metal toxicities humans are expose to are lead, arsenic, mercury, aluminum and cadmium.<br> | ||
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Definition/Description[edit | edit source]
Heavy metal toxicity is a generic term for an above average level of metal in the blood which may result in undesirable side-effects. Authors argue what constitues a "heavy metal," but it's commonly referred to as any metal which could potentially cause human or environmental harm. Common heavy metal toxicities humans are expose to are lead, arsenic, mercury, aluminum and cadmium.
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