On top of all the existing research, here's yet another reason to treat lead with respect ... http://www.news.com.au/national/breakin ... 1f1b5e3449
Even low levels of lead in the blood of children can result in:
Behavior and learning problems
Lower IQ and Hyperactivity
Slowed growth
Hearing Problems
Anemia
Dangers of lead
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Re: Dangers of lead
Think I might have been chewing on a few sinkers when I was a Bub.
"Hearing Problems"
Sorry, what did you say
"Hearing Problems"
Sorry, what did you say
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Re: Dangers of lead
Yes, bit down on many split shot in my time, mouth-syphoned petrol with tetra ethyl lead, bitten on goose pieces with pellets, and handled hundreds of sinkers, probably a few while eating lunch.
Once expired I will sell my body to BHP.
Once expired I will sell my body to BHP.
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