Arsenic

Arsenic (As) is a naturally occurring chemical element and metalloid found in the Earth’s crust, soil, water, and certain foods. It exists in organic and inorganic forms, with inorganic arsenic being highly toxic. Arsenic exposure, primarily through contaminated drinking water, food, or industrial activity, can cause serious health effects, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and developmental problems. Arsenic also impacts ecosystems by contaminating soil and water, affecting plants, animals, and microbial communities.

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