Mercury toxicity : challenges and solutions / Nitish Kumar, editor.
Kumar, Nitish.
2023
RA1231.M5
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Title Mercury toxicity : challenges and solutions / Nitish Kumar, editor.
ISBN 9789819977192 (electronic bk.)
9819977193 (electronic bk.)
9819977185
9789819977185
DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-7719-2
Imprint Singapore : Springer, 2023.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (379 p.).
Other Standard Identifiers 10.1007/978-981-99-7719-2 doi
Call Number RA1231.M5
Dewey Decimal Classification 615.9/25663
Summary This book presents mercury toxicity with respect to remediation and health issues. It covers sources of mercury contamination, its impact on human health, and prospective remediation by both bioremediation and phytoremediation with the application of recent advanced techniques such as genetic engineering and nanotechnology. Both anthropogenic activities and natural processes cause the release of mercury into different spheres of the environment resulting in severe adverse impacts. Increased anthropogenic discharge of mercury leads to disturbance in its natural biogeochemical cycle, which results in unenviable diseases and hazardous health effects. Mercury pollution is responsible for causing neurobehavioral, kidney, heart, gastrointestinal, liver, and other diseases. Many published works about the impact of mercury on health are also available worldwide; however, there is no complete understanding available on toxicological studies of mercury that covers the broader spectrum of findings ranging from sources of exposure to mercury toxicity to its remediation strategies. This book brings together a diverse group of environmental science, sustainability, and health researchers to address the challenges posed by global mass poisoning caused by mercury contamination. The book also proposes solutions to contamination through multi-disciplinary approaches. The book contains three sections. The first part describes the different sources and distribution of mercury in soil and plant ecosystems. The second part explains the health risks linked to mercury toxicity. The third part addresses sustainable mercury toxicity mitigation strategies and the potential applications of recent technology in providing solutions. This book is a valuable resource to students, academics, researchers, and environmental professionals working in the field of mercury contamination.
Note 2.10.3 Risk Assessment
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Source of Description Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed December 7, 2023).
Added Author Kumar, Nitish.
Series Environmental science and engineering (Springer (Firm))
Available in Other Form Mercury Toxicity
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Intro
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contents
About the Editor
Part I Source and Distribution of Mercury in Soil and Plant
1 Environmental Mercury Exposure-A Continuing Challenge
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Environmental Mercury Exposure Pathways
1.2.1 Plants
1.2.2 Animals
1.2.3 Humans
1.3 Historical Perspective of Mercury Exposure
1.4 Toxicological Implications
1.4.1 Toxicological Effects in Plants
1.4.2 Toxicological Effects in Animals
1.4.3 Toxicological Effects in Humans
1.5 Why Environmental Mercury Exposure is a Continuous Challenge?

1.5.1 Global Nature of Mercury Pollution
1.5.2 Persistent and Bioaccumulative Nature of Mercury
1.5.3 Multiple Sources of Mercury
1.5.4 Legacy Contamination
1.5.5 Global Trade and Consumption
1.5.6 Reliance on Mercury-Containing Products
1.5.7 Limited Infrastructure and Resources
1.5.8 Complex Regulation and Monitoring Challenges
1.5.9 Lack of Awareness
1.6 Vulnerable Populations
1.7 Regulatory Framework and Guidelines
1.7.1 Minamata Convention on Mercury
1.7.2 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
1.7.3 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

1.7.4 World Health Organization (WHO)
1.7.5 Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO) Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
1.7.6 European Union (EU) Regulations
1.7.7 National Regulations
1.7.8 Safer Alternatives and Best Practices
1.8 Mitigation and Remediation of Mercury Exposure
1.8.1 Emission Controls
1.8.2 Regulations and Bans
1.8.3 Waste Management
1.8.4 Clean-Up of Contaminated Sites
1.8.5 Mercury-Free Gold Mining Practices
1.8.6 Public Awareness and Mass Education
1.8.7 Mercury-Free Alternatives

1.8.8 Fish Consumption Advisories
1.8.9 Health Interventions
1.8.10 Monitoring and Research
1.9 Outlook and Recommendations
References
2 Mercury Contamination in Food-An Overview
2.1 Introduction
2.2 How Does Mercury Come in Food?
2.3 Navigating Mercury Risk in Our Diet: Identifying Foods with Higher Mercury Content
2.4 Mercury in Seafood
2.5 Mercury in Terrestrial Food
2.5.1 Mercury in Cereals
2.5.2 Mercury in Vegetables
2.5.3 Mercury in Fruits
2.5.4 Mercury in Spice
2.6 Mercury in Meat and Meat Products

2.7 Mercury in Dietary Supplements Containing Fish and Animal Oil
2.8 Mercury in Baby Food
2.9 Food Processing and Mercury Level
2.9.1 Reduction of Mercury Levels
2.9.2 Cleaning and Washing
2.9.3 Trimming and Peeling
2.9.4 Cooking Methods
2.9.5 Fermentation
2.9.6 Food Preservation Techniques
2.9.7 Potential for Increase in Mercury Levels
2.9.8 Frying
2.9.9 Mercury-Containing Ingredients
2.9.10 Contamination During Processing
2.10 Monitoring and Regulation of Mercury in Food
2.10.1 Surveillance Programs
2.10.2 Testing and Analysis

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