Assessment of organochlorine pesticide residues in agricultural soils of southern Nigeria and analysis of potential health risks

Assessment of organochlorine pesticide residues in agricultural soils of southern Nigeria and analysis of potential health risks

The use of pesticides in commercial farms can lead to exposure among various vulnerable groups. This study assessed the distribution, human health risks, and origins of 13 targeted organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) in soil samples from commercial farms in Southern Nigeria. Following a questionnaire s...

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Main Authors: Imeobong U. Udoekpo, Akwaowo I. Inyangudoh, Treasure A. Awa-Arua, Ekeoma I. Ogwo, Nnanake-Abasi O. Offiong, Edu J. Inam, Crispin J. Halsall
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-12-01
Series:Toxicology Reports
Subjects:
Agricultural soils
Organochlorine pesticide
Public health
Risk assessment
Southern Nigeria
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214750024002269
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