Atmospheric Lead Pollution Caused Widespread Cognitive Decline in Roman-Era Europe, Study Finds

Researchers have examined three ice core records to identify lead pollution levels in the Arctic between 500 BCE through 600 CE. The post Atmospheric Lead Pollution Caused Widespread Cognitive Decline in Roman-Era Europe, Study Finds appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Jan 7, 2025 - 15:45
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Atmospheric Lead Pollution Caused Widespread Cognitive Decline in Roman-Era Europe, Study Finds
Bronze and silver coins from the 4th century CE found in Lod, central Israel. Image credit: Israel Antiquities Authority.

Researchers have examined three ice core records to identify lead pollution levels in the Arctic between 500 BCE through 600 CE.

The post Atmospheric Lead Pollution Caused Widespread Cognitive Decline in Roman-Era Europe, Study Finds appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

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