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Nitrates

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Source of contamination: Agricultural runoff, livestock manure, wastewater. Health effects: 'Blue baby syndrome' (methemoglobinemia), increased risk of cancer, thyroid problems.

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PFAS

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Source of contamination: Industrial processes, firefighting foams, non-stick cookware. Health effects: Increased cholesterol levels, cancer risk, immune system effects, endocrine disruption.

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Chromium (VI)

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Source of contamination: Industrial waste, leather tanning, corrosion of stainless steel. Health effects: Respiratory problems, increased risk of cancer, skin irritation.

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Lead

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Source of contamination: Corroding pipes and solder, paint in old homes. Health effects: Brain and nervous system damage, slowed growth and development in children, hearing and speech problems.

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Mercury

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Source of contamination: Industrial processes, mining, coal burning. Health effects: Nervous system disorders, impaired vision and hearing, delayed developmental milestones in children.

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Arsenic

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Source of contamination: Naturally occurring mineral, industrial processes, contaminated sites. Health effects: Skin lesions, increased risk of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes.

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Microplastics

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Source of contamination: Degradation of plastic waste, microbeads in cosmetics. Health effects: Unknown long-term effects, potential hormone disruption, ingestion by marine life.

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Pathogens

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Source of contamination: Untreated sewage, animal waste, contaminated stormwater. Health effects: Waterborne diseases, stomach illnesses, infections.

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Pesticides

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Source of contamination: Agricultural runoff, improper disposal of household products. Health effects: Hormone disruption, neurological problems, increased risk of cancer.

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Phosphates

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Source of contamination: Detergents, fertilizers, sewage. Health effects: Algal blooms leading to 'dead zones', harm to aquatic life and ecosystems.

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