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Ancient Maya reservoirs contained toxic pollution
Researchers found evidence that polluted reservoirs may explain why Tikal was abandoned.
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Researchers found evidence that polluted reservoirs may explain why Tikal was abandoned.
Credit: WitR/Shutterstock.com