Chemicals & Human Health

Kidneys and Metals Problem Set

Problem 8: Examples of metals that harm the kidneys

Itai-itai byo is a disease found among Japanese women. Scientists believe that it is caused by eating rice grown in soil containing _____________.

A. lead
B. mercury
C. cadmium
D. chromium

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