Bio-geo interactions in metal-contaminated soils
by Varma, A., (Ajit), Kothe, Erika
fromSoil biology
Bio-geo interactions in metal-contaminated soils
by Varma, A., (Ajit), Kothe, Erika
fromSoil biology
Metal contamination is an increasing ecological and eco-toxicological risk. Understanding the processes involved in metal mobilization, sorption and mineralization in soils are key features for soil bioremediation. Following an introduction to the physical, chemical and biologic…
Heavy metals are severe environmental pollutants, and many of them are toxic even at very low concentrations. With industrial development, soil pollution with heavy metal elements have dramatically increased. The uptake of heavy metals via plants that are exposed to contaminated…
Plant-based medicines play an important role in all cultures, and have been indispensable in maintaining health and combating diseases. The identification of active principles and their molecular targets from traditional medicine provides an enormous opportunity for drug develop…