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Title: Explain the causes and effects of manganese toxicity.
Post by: mikael on Aug 20, 2013
Explain the causes and effects of manganese toxicity.


Title: Re: Explain the causes and effects of manganese toxicity.
Post by: padre on Aug 21, 2013
It generally occurs upon exposure to environmental pollutants, such as in manganese mining, battery manufacturing, and steel production. There have been some reports of toxicity resulting from dietary intake, however, such as through tap water. Effects include damage to the nervous system, with symptoms much like Parkinson's disease, and also possibly lowered IQ in children.


Title: Re: Explain the causes and effects of manganese toxicity.
Post by: mikael on Aug 22, 2013
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