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What is the maximum permissible level for arsenic in drinking water advised by the WHO?
Which of the following regions is mentioned as facing a significant arsenic problem?
How many people in Bangladesh are reported to drink water containing arsenic levels above the WHO's recommended limit?
What is the arsenic concentration level that some Asian wells exceed?
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Why is arsenic considered a major environmental health problem now?
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Study Notes
Arsenic Contamination
- Arsenic is a significant environmental health issue in the 21st century.
- The problem is particularly pronounced in parts of Asia, including Bangladesh, West Bengal, India, Vietnam, and other countries.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a maximum permissible level of arsenic in drinking water at 50 μg/l.
- The WHO also advises a recommended level of 10 μg/l.
- Over 100 million people in Bangladesh drink water exceeding the WHO's maximum permissible level of 50 μg/l.
- In certain Asian wells, arsenic levels surpass 3000 μg/l.
- The arsenic contamination issue in Asia has been termed "The Largest Mass Poisoning in History".
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Explore the alarming issue of arsenic contamination in drinking water across Asia, particularly in Bangladesh and West Bengal. Learn about the health risks, WHO recommendations, and the extent of this crisis affecting over 100 million people. This quiz covers the environmental and health implications of arsenic contamination.
