contamination

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One concern is that washing could create a lead-containing residue inside machines, which might need to be cleaned to prevent releasing contamination into wastewater.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Opponents remain concerned, however, that the approach is invasive, and that there is a risk of accidental contamination and a potential false positive.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Compared to last year’s list, nectarines bested both peaches and cherries in pesticide contamination, increasing their ranking from seventh place to fifth.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

The team also examined whether a common aquatic plant in the region, Salvinia auriculata, could help reduce this contamination.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

“Whether it’s black soot in our lungs or contamination in our water, it will get us all in the end.”

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool