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Atrazine

Recent research into the combined effects of various chemicals shows some deleterious health effects. Of special concern is the substance Atrazine when it comes into contact with other pesticides and herbicides. Robin Finesmith of Living on Earth’s Midwest Bureau in Cleveland reports.

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Another Look at Atrazine

Pesticides and Birth Defects

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Malformed Frogs

Atrazine is the most commonly used herbicide in the U.S. But a new study shows that it can turn male frogs into hermaphrodites. Host Steve Curwood speaks with UC Berkeley biologist Tyrone Hayes about his research into the weed-killer’s effects on these amphibians.

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