Arsenic: The struggle for clean drinking water
Millions of people worldwide are threatened by arsenic in their drinking water. In Bangladesh, it’s especially dangerous. There, a third of some 160 million people are exposed to a slow poisoning. However, German researchers have developed a biosensor test for arsenic that can quickly, safely and cheaply determine if the water is safe to drink.
Arsenic in the Water
Water contamination in Cambodia is a significant issue. Arsenic in the local water supply has caused significant health problems, especially in rural areas. In this documentary the young reporters from Youth Today examine the problem and some of the solutions to ensure that all Cambodians can access clean drinking water. The Youth Today program is …Read more »
Bangladesh: Traces of Poison in Water
United Nations, New York, December 2011 – In 1993, Bangladesh found its main source of fresh water tainted with naturally occurring arsenic posing a public health risk to millions. Since then, the country has partnered with the World Bank and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to introduce isotope hydrology techniques to locate safe sources …Read more »
What in the World is Arsenic? Arsenic in our Food.
Description: While eating lunch, three students begin to wonder about the safety of eating foods that contain arsenic. Through their research, the students will discover where arsenic is found, how it is used, and its effects on human health. Summary: This informal, easy-to-follow animation from the National Library of Medicine introduces middle school students to …Read more »
FOODS AND DRINKS THAT CONTAIN ARSENIC
Some foods to watch out for that have Arsenic in them!