Question
Biology Question on Environmental Issues
Which of the following element is responsible for Minamata disease?
A
Hg
B
Pb
C
Cd
D
Fe
Answer
Hg
Explanation
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.