A. Mg
B. Cd
C. Pb
D. Hg

Submitted by: Eesha Khalid

Newspaper contains a toxic material called lead. It is a naturally occurring toxic metal found in the Earth’s crust. Lead can harm production of blood cells and the absorption of calcium needed for strong bones and teeth, muscle movements, and the work of nerves and blood vessels.

Lead is a chemical element with the symbol Pb and atomic number 82. It is a heavy metal that is denser than most common materials. Lead is soft and malleable, and also has a relatively low melting point. When freshly cut, lead is silvery with a hint of blue; it tarnishes to a dull gray color when exposed to air.