Abstract:<p><b>Heavy metal pollution is a growing concern for aquatic ecosystems world-wide. Heavy metals are introduced to waterways via direct run off from land, storm drains and (for coastal environments) river and stream outflows. Offspring of species with benthic development have low dispersal potential, so are likely to experience the same conditions as their parents. Little is known about the effects of heavy metal pollution on these embryos in a marine context. I use the mud whelk Cominella glandifo… Show more
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