Lead and Cadmium Levels in Residential Soils of Lagos and Ibadan, Nigeria

Background. Lead and cadmium are components of paints sold in Nigeria. These heavy metals are associated with adverse neurological, cardiovascular and other human health effects. Objectives. This study assesses the levels of lead and cadmium in topsoil of residential areas in Lagos and Ibadan potent...

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Main Authors: Adebola A. Adeyi, Babafemi A. Babalola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Pure Earth 2017-01-01
Series:Journal of Health and Pollution
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