Polycyclic aromatic compounds (PACs) encompass a diverse group of compounds, often
found in historically contaminated sites. Different experimental techniques have been used …

Terrestrial invertebrates are key components in ecosystems, with crucial roles in soil
structure, functioning, and ecosystem services. The present chapter covers how terrestrial …

Adding compost to degrade acetochlor in soil is an important way to reduce its impact on the
environment. The addition of conditioner improved the generation of compost products with …

Leachate is difficult to biodegrade, and presents variable physical, chemical and biological
characteristics, as well as high toxicological potential for soil, groundwater and water bodies …

Environment pollutants, especially those from total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH), have a
highly complex chemical, biological and physical impact on soils. Here we study this …

The volume and spread of spent lubricants that are indiscriminately let into the environment
in developing countries are prohibitive for soil health and productivity, adversely altering soil …

Previous investigations on the stress response patterns of earthworms (Eisenia fetida) in
practical petroleum hydrocarbon (PH) contamination systems were less focused. Therefore …

Industrial interest in surfactants of microbial origin has intensified recently due to the
characteristics of these compounds, such as biodegradability and reduced toxicity, and their …

Antifouling paint particles (APPs) originate from vessel maintenance and cleaning activities
and their potentially toxic components are found at high concentrations in nearby soils, yet …

Data concerning the toxicity of the transformation products of some pesticides considered
emerging contaminants are still incipient. This study aimed to evaluate acute (filter paper …