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Definition(s)

A metal whose specific gravity is approximately 5.0 or higher. (Source: GEMET/MGH)

Hierarchy

Narrower: LeadMercury
Related concepts from Law and Environment Ontology:

In other languages

French
métal lourd
Russian
тяжелый металл
Spanish
metales pesados
Arabic
معدن ثقيل

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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Heavy metals

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World Heritage Convention