Although the arsenic levels in rice are generally low, long-term consumption—especially if rice is eaten daily—may pose health risks.

The work is published in the journal Nature Communications. Arsenic is a trace element that lies just below phosphorus—which is essential for all living organisms—in the periodic table.

Arsenic has two chemical forms, inorganic and organic (the latter of which can be less toxic), and is naturally part of the minerals in the earth's crust. (Note, here organic is a chemistry term ...

The following is a press release from the Minnesota River Watershed Alliance: By Scott Kudelka, Communications Coordinator Arsenic in our drinking water is not something people give a lot of ...

Arsenic, an element occurring in the Earth’s crust and seawater and found in traces in the human body, is widely used across industries such as glass and ceramics, preserving wood, semiconductors, ...

Heavy metals naturally occur in the Earth's crust, but human activities can increase their concentration in the environment, ...

Heavy metal contamination in Yangshan Port raises concerns for seafood safety, with arsenic and mercury posing health risks.

Davis R-XII School District is having class at a nearby church again this week as there are still concerns with the nearby ...