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IMPACT OF LEAD AND CADMIUM IN DRINKING WATER

Usman O.A.Shuaibu, Isah Yinusa and Ado Mustapha Funtua and Pam Aloysius Akaangee


In this study drinking water and urine of people living inGwalameji,Yelwatudu, Shadawanka barrack, Wunti and Wunti Dada within Bauchi metropolis ofBauchi state of Nigeria were analysed for their lead(Pb) and cadmium (Cd) content. This is done in order to know the relationship between chronic disease, like Renal failure that have been frequently reported in these areas, and the heavy metals. Renal failure is related to contaminated drinking water withPb and Cd. A strong relationship between contaminated drin