Evaluation of Heavy Metals Concentrations in Coastal Area of Mbo LGA, Akwa Ibom State

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Analysis reveals heavy metal concentrations exceeding WHO levels in coastal waters, posing health risks.

Cadmium levels exceeded WHO limits with a range of 0.58-0.96 during the dry season.
Results from eight heavy metals were analyzed using atomic absorption spectroscopy across ten sampling sites.
Concentrations of cadmium, manganese, zinc, iron, and nickel were elevated, threatening aquatic organisms and human health.
Further research is essential to improve water quality and address pollution impacts in the region.

Essang et al. (2025) studied this question.

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