Ancient Maya cities used a vivid red pigment in temples and burials; a new study finds the mineral left toxic mercury in lakes for centuries and damaged aquatic life across multiple levels of the food chain
Red pigment used in Rosalila Temple. Image Source: WikiMedia Commons There were many practices done back in the day that were harmful for people, without them even realising it. But few still continue to cause that harm, even without us doing them today.In this case, a striking red pigment used by the ancient Maya to…
