Study on the Difference in the Contribution of Soil Particle Sizes to Heavy Metal Exposure of Children Around Smelting Area

Toxics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Ran Li, Jingzhi Yu, Xiaoli Duan, Beibei Wang, Dekang Liu, Liwen Zhang, Kai Yang, Hongguang Cheng
DOI: 10.3390/toxics14030253
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Abstract

This study focused on children residing near a smelter in Baiyin, and investigated the impact mechanism of different soil particle sizes on children's exposure to heavy metals. By analyzing the distribution pattern of concentrations and bioaccessibilities of typical heavy metals (Cd, Cr, Cu, Ni, Pb) across four particle size fractions (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Heavy metals in environment Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity Air Quality and Health Impacts

Publication details

Journal / source
Toxics
Volume
14
Issue
3
Pages
253–253
Publication date
12 March 2026
Language
EN