Building extensively on scientific reviews, Mercury Hazards to Living Organisms focuses on recent information on mercury uses and sources to the environment. The author discusses the biological, physical, and chemical properties of mercury and its compounds and documents the significance of mercury concentrations in abiotic materials, plants, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, elasmobranches, fishes, birds, as well as humans and other mammals. The book also examines variables that modify toxicity and explores lethal and sublethal effects of inorganic and organic mercury compounds. This presentation includes case studies and lists proposed mercury criteria for the protection of resources and health.