Minamata disease is a pollution-related disease, which results from
Release of human organic waste into drinking water
Accumulation of arsenic into atmosphere
Oil spills into sea
Release of industrial waste mercury into fishing water
A
Release of human organic waste into drinking water
B
Release of industrial waste mercury into fishing water
C
Accumulation of arsenic into atmosphere
D
Oil spills into sea
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Minamata disease is a disorder caused by methyl mercury poisoning. It was first described in the inhabitants of Minamata Bay in Japan hence the name. This disease is caused by eating fish contaminated with mercury in industrial waste. It basically affects the sensory system and may lead to hearing and visual loss.
So, the correct answer is 'Release of industrial waste mercury into fishing water'
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