Heavy metals are an interesting group of trace elements (TEs). Some of them are minutely
required for normal plant growth and development, while others have unknown biological …

This study examined the effects of soil heavy metals, macronutrients, texture and pH as well
as plant species richness and composition on soil respiration, enzymatic activity, microbial …

Millions of hectares in Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and America are contaminated of mine
wastes. This contamination has caused a serious danger to humans, animals, plants, and …

Mining operations in northern Chile are responsible for numerous mine tailings deposits,
which may represent a risk to human health and the environment. This study evaluated the …

The pulp–paper industry produced a huge amount of sludge containing potential toxic
elements and extensively utilise fresh water resources during primary and secondary …

Mining activity is one of the main sources to pollute soil, water and plants. An analysis of soil
and plant samples around the Atrevida mining area in Catalonia (NE Spain) was preformed …

Lead (Pb) is one of the most toxic anthropogenic pollutants, occurring widely in both
terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, where it impairs plant growth and development. In this …

The study aims to explore the environmental factors which activate accumulation abilities of
Plantago lanceolata in the research area under strong anthropopressure resulting from the …

Invasive species usually grow in human-disturbed habitats including urban areas where
they face numerous pollutants, including metals that attract special attention due to their non …

The aim was to assess plant driven changes in the activity and diversity of microorganisms
in the top layer of the zinc and lead smelter waste piles. The study sites comprised two types …