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05/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Scientists discover a trove of rare-earth metals in Japanese waters

A treasure trove of rare-earth metals has been discovered in Japanese waters, and the finding is so significant that experts believe it could potentially supply metals “on a semi-infinite basis to the world.” When researchers surveyed the waters around Minamitorishima Island in the western Pacific Ocean around 1,150 miles southeast of Tokyo, they discovered the […]

01/30/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Natural pollution solutions: Moss can be used to decontaminate soil and water polluted with heavy metals like lead

The horrible situation that unfolded in Flint, Michigan, reminded many people just how serious a problem lead contamination in water can be. Not only is the presence of lead in water problematic on its own, but the current solutions for removing it and other heavy metals leave a lot to be desired. Getting lead out […]

01/14/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Tomato plants grown in heavy metal contaminated soil found to produce contaminated fruit

As many people strive to start out the new year with healthy eating habits, it’s important to keep in mind that choosing the right vegetables is just as important to your health as consuming them in the first place. That’s because vegetables are prone to contamination not only from pesticides but also from the air, […]

09/07/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

“Magnetic healing bracelet” found heavily contaminated with LEAD… toddler POISONED after chewing on it

In a devastating example of what can go wrong when people buy goods from unreliable sources, it has been revealed that a teething bracelet recently left a Connecticut baby with life-threatening lead poisoning. The product, which was marketed as a “magnetic hematite healing bracelet”, contained beads with an unbelievable 17,000 parts per million of lead; the […]

08/13/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Disturbing discovery: Replacing old water pipes with NEW pipes causes the unleashing of toxic lead and other heavy metals

The country’s aging water infrastructure was thrust into the spotlight when the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, entered full swing a few years ago. This left many people questioning whether their water was also at risk. If you have lead in your drinking water, replacing the pipes might seem like the most obvious solution. However, […]

06/19/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Pollution is “devastating” China’s natural ecosystem and contaminating its food supply

Anyone who has breathed the thick air on the streets of Shanghai or has seen photos of smog obscuring the Beijing skyline can confirm that pollution is a serious problem in China. Now, researchers have uncovered the precise extent to which manmade pollution is impacting China’s natural ecosystem, and its effects can be summed up […]

04/22/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

63% of Americans are FINALLY concerned with the quality of their drinking water

Drinking water quality is an issue that does not usually get a lot of attention, which is pretty astounding considering the fact that clean water is one of life’s basic necessities. However, the drinking water crisis taking place in Flint, Michigan, has brought this issue to light as concerns mount over plans by the Trump […]

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