Chemistry in Context
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Author: American Chemical Society
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Chapter 5, Problem 34Q
At the edge of a favorite fishing hole, a new sign is posted that reads “Caution: Fish from this lake may contain over 1.5 ppb Hg.” Explain to a fishing buddy what this unit of concentration means, and why the caution sign should be heeded.
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