Well... it's about that time of year again.. and the course is coming to a close. Throughout the course, I have learned a great deal about the environment and sustainable practices. I have become more aware of my impact on the environment and the ways in which I can reduce such an impact. I am a person of science, and so, I would have enjoyed more of the science behind what we have learned; however, this is not a science course, and that is completely understandable. It's been a fun course and I learned a lot about our environment.
Over and Out
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Friday, June 1, 2007
Lead Poisoning
School boards are now checking for lead content in their water because lead is harmful to living organisms, especially humans.
Harmful effects for children include:
- reduced IQ
- learning disabilities
- attention deficit disorder
- behavioural problems
- stunted growth
- impaired hearing
- kidney damage
Harmful effects for adults include:
- increase blood pressure
- fertility problems
- nerve disorders
- muscle and joint pains
- irritability
- memory and concentration problems
(http://www.nsc.org/library/facts/lead.htm)
As children are most effected by lead poisoning, Londoners and school boards abroad should be very concerned about such a problem. Because lead poisoning is very harmful to a child’s development, such devastating effect will last the duration of the child’s life. Therefore, water should be tested for lead content to ensure everyone’s health and well-being.
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