How is it found in the environment? Copper is a common substance that is found naturally in the environment, and spreads through natural phenomena. Because of the increase in the use of copper, it has begun to increase due to the disposal of it in the environment. Copper doesn't break down in the environment, therefore, there is an excess accumulation of it in plants and animals. Natural sources in which copper can be spread into the environment is by wind-blown dust, decaying vegetation, forest fires, and sea spray. Some man made examples include, mining, metal/wood and fertiliser production. This copper then settles and is bound to either water or soil particles ready to be collected, these are sedimentary sources. Copper is also found in igneous sources, from rocks of solidified magma or lava.
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