Can pollutants cause damage?
Yes. Heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and mercury can damage the liver’s enzymes and thus interfere with its’ metabolic functions. Among other chemicals Tetrachloromethane has been identified as being extremely toxic to the liver, leading to fatty liver and liver cell necrosis. Tetrachloromethane is used as a thinner in paint and lacquer and as as a fat-solvent in stain removers and machine cleaners.
