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  1. Threats posed by xenoestrogenic chemicals to the aquatic ecosystem, fish reproduction and humans: a review

    Threats posed by xenoestrogenic chemicals to the aquatic ecosystem, fish reproduction and humans: a review

    Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Aquatic Science • Authors: I Badamasi --- , Uganda R Odong --- , Uganda C Masembe --- , Uganda
    Xenoestrogens mimic and interfere with natural functions of oestrogens and adversely affect fish reproduction. Pesticides, plastics, wastewaters and pharmaceuticals are sources of xenoestrogens, and are carried through surface runoffs to water bodies at concentration levels that are harmful to aquatic...