Comparative analysis of trace and macro-element bioaccumulation in four free-floating macrophytes in area contaminated by copper smelter

Polechońska, Ludmiła; Szczęśniak, E.; Klink, Agnieszka

doi:10.1080/15226514.2021.1937932

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“…Irawati et al 62 has already reported that an increase in pH might be accredited to the consumption of CO 2 during the process of photosynthesis by macrophytes. Similar results regarding the rise in pH have been reported by Galal et al 63 , Polechońska et al 64 and Zhao et al 65 in their research studies carried out on free floating aquatic macrophytes for different wastewater streams. Also, the growth of water lettuce resulted to a fall in the pH of the water, even though it was not expected because usually, plant photosynthesis raises the pH of water 66 .…”

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Domestic wastewater treatment by Pistia stratiotes in constructed wetland

Ali,

Aslam,

Qadeer

et al. 2024

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The objective of the study was to evaluate the performance of Pistia stratiotes for treatment of domestic wastewater in a free surface water flow constructed wetland. The objective of the study was to evaluate contaminants removal efficiency of the constructed wetland vegetated with P. stratiotes in treatment of domestic wastewater against Hydraulic retention time (HRT) of 10, 20 and 30 days was investigated. This asks for newer and efficient low-cost nature-based water treatment system which along with cost takes into consideration the sustainability of the ecosystem. Five constructed wetland setups improved the wastewater quality and purify it significantly by reducing the TDS by 83%, TSS by 82%, BOD by 82%, COD by 81%, Chloride by 80%, Sulfate by 77%, NH3 by 84% and Total Oil and Grease by 74%. There was an increase in pH of about 11.9%. Color and odor of wastewater was also improved significantly and effectively. It was observed that 30 days’ HRT was optimum for the treatment of domestic wastewater. The final effluent was found to be suitable as per national environmental quality standards and recycled for watering plants and crop irrigation but not for drinking purposes. The treatment in constructed wetland system was found to be economical, as the cost of construction only was involved and operational and maintenance cost very minimal. Even this research was conducted on the sole purpose of commuting the efficiency of pollutant removal in short span time.

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Domestic wastewater treatment by Pistia stratiotes in constructed wetland

Ali,

Aslam,

Qadeer

et al. 2024

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“…In particular, when elements are not easily available in bottom sediments or in polluted environments, water becomes a more important source of metals for this plant group (Guilizzoni, 1991). In addition, rootless species, due to their large surface area exposed to water (Li et al, 2015), are characterized by significant capacities to accumulate trace metals (Bai et al, 2018; Polechońska et al, 2021; Rai et al, 1996). A high bioaccumulation ability for trace metals has been noted for Ceratophyllum demersum L. (Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, Rb, and Zn; Ogunkunle et al, 2016; Polechońska et al, 2018; Pourkhabbaz et al, 2011), Elodea canadensis Michx.…”

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“…A high bioaccumulation ability for trace metals has been noted for Ceratophyllum demersum L. (Ba, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, Rb, and Zn; Ogunkunle et al, 2016; Polechońska et al, 2018; Pourkhabbaz et al, 2011), Elodea canadensis Michx. (Cd, Co, Cr, Fe, Mn, and Zn; Cegłowska et al, 2016; Samecka‐Cymerman & Kempers, 2003) Myriophyllum spicatum L. (As, Cd, Cr, Hg, Pb; Keskinkan et al, 2007; Rıdvan Sivaci et al, 2004; Yabanli et al, 2014) and Lemna trisulca L. (of As, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, and Zn; Polechońska et al, 2021). The suitability of submerged plants to reflect water body contamination is confirmed by numerous correlations between elements contents in their tissues and bottom sediments and water (Table 3).…”

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“…As surface‐floating macrophytes usually have no contact with bottom sediments, it is believed that they absorb metals solely from water through roots and leaves (Bai et al, 2018; Kastratović et al, 2015; Pokorny & Kvet, 2003). A few free‐floating species were indicated as accumulators of trace elements (Favas et al, 2012; Ogunkunle et al, 2016; Polechońska et al, 2019, 2021). In particular, Lemna minor L. and Azolla caroliniana L. have a great potential for As accumulation (Favas et al, 2012).…”

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“…Lemna minor and Salvinia natans (L.) All. also accumulate other trace elements (Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, and Zn) in high levels (Polechońska et al, 2019, 2021), while Pistia stratiotes L. was considered a moderate accumulator of Mn (Ogunkunle et al, 2016). Due to the bioconcentration ability, these plants may be used to detect very low metal concentrations in water, which is not possible using typical analytical techniques for water samples (Soares et al, 2008).…”

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Macrophytes as passive bioindicators of trace element pollution in the aquatic environment

Polechońska

Klink

2022

WIREs Water

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Pollution with trace elements is considered a global problem due to their persistence, nondegradability, and toxicity to living organisms. Aquatic ecosystems are often the final sinks for trace elements, but these pollutants are quickly diluted and difficult to detect and, therefore, comprehensive monitoring of pollution is needed to implement appropriate control measures and prevent irreversible damage to these habitats. Bioindication is one of the recommended methods as it provides information not only on the pollution level but also on the bioavailability of elements and their biological impact. The paper is a synthetic review of the knowledge about the use of macrophytes as passive bioindicators (accumulator taxa) of trace element pollution in aquatic ecosystems. Various aspects of bioindication using accumulator aquatic plants are discussed: the criteria defined for the organisms used in biogeochemical bioindication, advantages of plants as accumulative bioindicators, general trends in the uptake, and accumulation of pollutants by macrophytes (including differences between life forms, organs, and seasons). The use of various groups of macrophytes in accumulative bioindication is described in detail with an emphasis on the relationship between element levels in plant tissues and their habitat as well as performance in the detection of pollution gradients.Knowledge gaps and limitations in the field of bioindication using accumulative macrophytes are indicated and the future perspective is outlined.

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