A Neurotoxic heavy metal that was used in paint and gasoline throught the 1900's and can still be found in newly rubber products, pigments furniture etc.

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Lead is a type of metal that is naturally found in the Earth. It's soft, heavy, and gray in color, and people have been using it for thousands of years because it’s easy to shape, doesn’t rust, and can last a long time. You might have heard of it being used in old pipes, paints, or even some dishes.

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But here’s the problem: lead is poisonous. When it gets into our bodies—through the air we breathe, the water we drink, or things we touch—it can make us very sick. It’s especially dangerous for young children because it can harm their brains and make it hard for them to learn, focus, or grow properly. 

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Even though we now know lead is bad for our health, it was used so much in the past that it’s still around. Older homes might have lead paint, some old water pipes can leak lead into drinking water, and soil near old buildings or factories might still have lead dust.