
Environmental Studies and Forestry
Amazon forests capture high levels of atmospheric mercury pollution from artisanal gold mining
J. R. Gerson, N. Szponar, et al.
This study reveals alarming levels of mercury emissions from artisanal and small-scale gold mining in the Peruvian Amazon, showcasing how intact forest canopies capture significant amounts of mercury, affecting the atmosphere, soil, and local wildlife. The research by a team of experts underscores urgent conservation concerns in these fragile ecosystems.
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