Explore shark toxicology in this 37-minute Ocean Expert Exchange lecture. Dive into topics such as shark fin consumption, mercury contamination, and its effects on human health. Learn about mercury deposition, research on bull sharks, and the One Health approach. Discover the impact of oil spills, mercury accumulation in older sharks, and measurement techniques. Gain insights into mercury levels in various animals and efforts to engage Asian communities. Understand the biggest consumers of shark fin and learn what actions can be taken to address these issues. Includes information on K-12 extension activities for educators.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Laura Garcia
Shark Fin
Mercury
Methyl Mercury
Effects on Humans
Hong Kong
Mercury Levels
Media Campaign
Mercury and Methyl Mercury
Mercury Deposition
Bull Shark
Shark Research
One Health Approach
Questions
Impact of the oil spill
Mercury in older sharks
Measuring mercury in sharks
Mercury in other animals
Mercury in sharks
Efforts with Asian communities
Biggest consumers of shark fin
What can we do
Where can we keep up
Conclusion
Taught by
UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI
Reviews
5.0 rating, based on 1 Class Central review
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Hi I have learned a many things regarding methyl mercury and it's impact on fish health as well as human. Very informative session. Initially I have no idea regarding shark fin soup.. To be Frank I also wanted to taste a shark fin soup if I got a chance... But I gained some knowledge after this session. Thank u
