JOHNATHAN M PHILLPOTTS

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JOHNATHAN M PHILLPOTTS LEAD POISONING JOHNATHAN M PHILLPOTTS

DEFINITION Lead poisoning is a condition also known as plumbism or painter’s Colic , caused by increased levels of blood serum lead levels

THE SYMPTOMS OF LEAD POISONING The Symptoms of lead poisoning include: reduced IQ Rashes irritability Insomnia excess lethargy or hyperactivity poor appetite Headache in extreme cases , seizure and coma.

DANGERS

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THE EXPERIMENT The Question: do people have a higher chance of surviving lead poisoning if they are adults or children?

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