Toxic contamination

    Trend:
    Emissions of hazardous chemicals reduced
    Pressure:
    Atmospherical depositions of cadmium
    Emissions of important toxic contaminants
    Concentrations of heavy metals in the humuslayer of natural soils.
    State:
    Depositions and effects
    Pesticides in birds of prey
    Contaminated food resources in fjords
    Response:
    Political goals
    International obligations
    Background Information:
         Toxic Contamination
    Toxicology - definitions
    Effects of toxic contaminants
    Radiation
    Sale of Pesticides in Norway
    Other toxic substances
    Links
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