The Dictionary of Environmental Science and Engineering, Second Edition
Included in this group are cadmium, chromium, copper, iron, lead, manganese, nickel and zinc. All except iron, manganese and zinc have adverse effects on plants and animals in moderate to elevated concentrations. Soluble iron and manganese in water cause staining of plumbing fittings when oxidized.
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