Ancient Maya's red pigment left toxic mercury legacy, new study finds
Ancient Maya civilization used a red pigment made of mercury-rich cinnabar for decoration and rituals. This practice led to significant mercury contamination of nearby lakes and ecosystems. Research indicates that rising mercury levels impacted aquatic organisms and may have affected human health. Previous studies have also shown similar contamination at various Maya sites, raising concerns about…
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Ancient Maya civilization used a red pigment made of mercury-rich cinnabar for decoration and rituals. This practice led to significant mercury contamination of nearby lakes and ecosystems. Research indicates that rising mercury levels impacted aquatic…
