**8. Conclusion**

 Based on the study carried out, it is important to note that disposal of refuse in mangrove forest has a boomerang effect. This is because heavy metals and other pollutants from the waste percolate into ground water to contaminate the drinking water source in nearby communities. It is also known that mangroves serve as the food basket of the sea, and any pollutant that enters into it will be

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redistributed back to man through the food chain. Although, mangroves are resilient, and can withstand pollutants but their resilience should not be taken for granted because it can lead to ripple effect that will eventually affect mans' health especially in the aspect of increase in heavy metals up the food chain through biomagnification.
