Toxic Metals

Definition

Toxic metals are heavy metals that have harmful effects on human health or the environment when present at high concentrations. Examples include lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, etc.

Related terms

Heavy Metal Pollution: The contamination of air, water, or soil with high levels of toxic metals.

Bioaccumulation:

The gradual buildup of toxic substances in living organisms over time.

Remediation: The process of cleaning up or reducing the concentration of pollutants in an area to restore its environmental quality.