Q. Minamata disease is caused due to presence of ………….. in water.
A) Cadmium
B) Lead
C) Arsenic
D) Mercury
Explanation
Minamata disease is caused due to consumption of mercury polluted water. Mercury consumption mainly affects central nervous system. This results impairment of vision, trembling, hair loss and inability to coordinate.
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