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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Madeira River’s Water Quality Crisis: How Illegal Gold Mining Impacts Amazon Basin Ecosystem

 At the heart of the Madeira River’s crisis lies the insidious presence of mercury, a byproduct of illegal gold mining operations. Our analysis reveals a disturbing trend: while current mercury levels fall below Brazil’s national safety limits, they significantly exceed global standards. This discrepancy raises serious concerns about the long-term effects on both aquatic life and human health in the region.

read more...https://farmonaut.com/south-america/madeira-rivers-water-quality-crisis-how-illegal-gold-mining-impacts-amazon-basin-ecosystem/

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