Accumulation of Heavy Metals by Wild Mushrooms in Ibadan, Nigeria

Background. Many companies in Nigeria generate industrial effluents, including heavy metals. These metals can be accumulated by biota such as mushrooms, which are then eaten by the populace. Objectives. The present study investigates the metal content of wild mushrooms in order to educate the local...

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Main Authors: Chinatu Charity Ndimele, Prince Emeka Ndimele, Kanayo Stephen Chukwuka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Pure Earth 2017-01-01
Series:Journal of Health and Pollution
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