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Another problem with lowered pH in the environment is the mobilization and increased bioavailability of many metals. This will give rise to increased exposure and additional problems from Hg, Cd and Pb, among others (McDonald et al., 1989). In Scandinavia, significant efforts are made to add chalk to the environment. For example, in Sweden around 200000 tons/year are added (Swedish Environmental Protection Board, 2004), thus giving nature a boost to prevent further acidification. 

This work was financially supported by the Research Committee at the National Swedish Environmental Protection Board. 

This contribution is based largely on research supported by the US National Science Foundation, the Danish and Swedish Research Councils, and the Swedish Environmental Protection Board. 

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We wish to thank professor G. Lindstedt for valuable critical comments on the manuscript. Part of the work quoted in this review was supported by grants from the National Swedish Environmental Protection Board and the Swedish Work Environment Fund, and the Medical Faculty, Lund University. 

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