WB JEE Medical WB JEE Medical Solved Paper-2008

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    Which of the following element is responsible for Minamata disease?

    A)  Hg                                         

    B)  Pb

    C)  Cd                                         

    D)  Fe

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                    Minamata disease is caused due to mercury. Mercury, is changed to water soluble dimethyl, mercury, which undergoes biomagnification. This disease is characterized by diarrhoea, haemolysis, impairment of various senses numbness of lips tongue, limbs etc.


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