Heavy Metals in Water: Toxicity and Accumulation
Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the toxicity and accumulation of heavy metals in water, their sources, and the potential health risks associated with exposure to these contaminants. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: heavy metals water pollution toxicity accumulation environmental health |
Which of the following heavy metals is known for its neurotoxic effects and can cause developmental issues in children?
What is the primary source of lead contamination in drinking water?
Which heavy metal is known for its ability to accumulate in the kidneys and cause kidney damage?
What is the main source of chromium contamination in water?
Which heavy metal is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and hypertension?
What is the primary route of exposure to heavy metals in water?
Which heavy metal is known for its ability to accumulate in the liver and cause liver damage?
What is the main source of mercury contamination in water?
Which heavy metal is associated with an increased risk of cancer?
What is the primary mechanism by which heavy metals exert their toxic effects?
Which heavy metal is known for its ability to accumulate in the bones and cause skeletal deformities?
What is the main source of arsenic contamination in water?
Which heavy metal is associated with an increased risk of neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease?
What is the primary mechanism by which heavy metals accumulate in aquatic organisms?
Which heavy metal is known for its ability to accumulate in the brain and cause neurodegenerative disorders?