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Schematic representation of possible mechanisms of toxicity involved in metal-containing nanomaterials: (1) metal ion uptake into cells, (2) generation of reactive oxygen species, and (3) bacterial cell membrane damage. NP =nanoparticle; ROS =reactive oxygen species.
