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Heavy Metals, Bioaccumulation, and Bioremediation

heavy metal pollution

Heavy metals are a significant source of environmental pollution. While they do occur naturally, the large quantities that contaminate the environment are more often than not anthropogenic in origin; they result from human activities. Like many pollutants, they can build up in the food chain to levels that are toxic to all animals, humans especially […]

How A Global Pandemic Is Impacting The Environment

Environmental impact of covid-19

Isolation and social distancing are necessary for our health, and obeying these rules and recommendations is having a significant impact on the planet.  Environment and Climate Change Canada tells CTV News that air pollution is down 40% in many Canadian cities.  Scientists say that since mid-March, when provinces closed businesses and public spaces, satellite maps […]