Monte Carlo approach to risks assessment of heavy metals at automobile spare part and recycling market in Ilorin, Nigeria

Abstract This study evaluates the sources and health risks associated with heavy metals in Ipata spare part market in Ilorin, Nigeria. Soil and water samples were collected within and outside the market for heavy metal (As, Pb, Mg, Mn, Cd, Cr, Cu, Zn, Fe and Ag) analysis using Atomic Absorption Spec...

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Main Authors: Muyiwa Michael Orosun, Abayomi Daniel Adewuyi, Naheem Banji Salawu, Matthew Omoniyi Isinkaye, Olugbenga Rapheal Orosun, Adetola Sunday Oniku
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2020-12-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-79141-0