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Combined toxicity of Cd and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid on the earthworm Eisenia andrei under biochar amendment
Due to anthropogenic activities, various pollutants can be found in agricultural soil, such as cadmium (Cd) and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D). They are highly toxic and can have a negative impact on s...
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Assessing the effects of nickel on, e.g., Medicago sativa L. nodules using multidisciplinary approach
Industrial wastes and fertilizers can introduce excessive levels of nickel (Ni) into the environment, potentially causing threats to plants, animals, as well as human beings. However, the number of studies on ...
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The Effect of Nickel Exposure on Oxidative Stress of Vicia faba Plants
Heavy metal contamination is a serious threat for terrestrial ecosystems. Thus, they could be accumulated in living organisms leading consequently to harmful consequences. In this context, the present work aim...
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Assessment of heavy metal pollution transfer and human exposure risks from the consumption of chicken grown in mining-surrounding areas
The purpose of this study was to assess heavy metal contamination in soil, plants, earthworms, and chicken in farmlands adjacent to an old mining site and to evaluate the potential exposure risks to humans thr...
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Earthworm Eisenia andrei modulates oxidative stress in bean plants Vicia faba irrigated with treated wastewater
With respect to reducing the pressure on freshwater resources, treated wastewater (TWW) irrigation represents a sustainable alternative in agriculture. Due to their low quality and variable composition, TWW co...
