Study of the Impact of Heavy Metals on Agricultural Crops – Analyzing Types, Sources, and Pollution

Introduction

The impact of heavy metals on agricultural crops is a matter of growing concern in the scientific community and among environmentalists. Naturally occurring elements like lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic exist in the Earth's crust as heavy metals. However, human activities such as industrial processes, mining, and the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides have significantly increased the presence of these metals in the environment. This blog explores the various aspects of heavy metal contamination in agricultural crops, analyzing the types of heavy metals found in crops, their sources, and. . .