What Are the Major Environmental Toxins Affected by Climate Change?
Several environmental toxins are influenced by climate change, including:
- Pesticides: Higher temperatures can enhance the volatilization and drift of pesticides, leading to broader environmental contamination. - Heavy Metals: Increased rainfall and flooding can cause heavy metals like lead and mercury to leach from soil into water sources. - Air Pollutants: Warmer temperatures can elevate the levels of ground-level ozone and particulate matter, exacerbating respiratory issues.
