What are the Impacts of Toxins on Aquatic Life and Human Health?
Toxins in watersheds and aquifers can have severe impacts on aquatic life, causing mortality, reproductive failure, and changes in species composition. For humans, exposure to contaminated water can lead to a variety of health issues, including gastrointestinal illnesses, neurological disorders, and an increased risk of cancers. Bioaccumulation of toxins in the food chain can further exacerbate these health risks.
