Environmental Science: Earth as a Living Planet (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1118427327
ISBN 13: 978-1-11842-732-3

Chapter 8 - Environmental Health, Pollution, and Toxicology - Critical Thinking Issue - Page 180: 1

Answer

The main point of the discussion about lead in the bones of children and children's behavior is that lead is concentrated in the blood and bones of children living in inner cities. 20% of children have higher amount of lead in their body that what is considered a safe amount, and this affects many systems in the body, and can result in anemia, mental retardation, palsy, coma, seizures, apathy, uncoordination, subtle loss of recently acquired skills, and bizarre behavior.

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The main point of the discussion about lead in the bones of children and children's behavior is that lead is concentrated in the blood and bones of children living in inner cities. 20% of children have higher amount of lead in their body that what is considered a safe amount, and this affects many systems in the body, and can result in anemia, mental retardation, palsy, coma, seizures, apathy, uncoordination, subtle loss of recently acquired skills, and bizarre behavior.
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