Physa acuta snail as a biomonitor for the efficacy of bioremediation treatment of heavy metals (Fe III and Cd II) using the fungus (Eupenicillium lapidosum) in lined and unlined laboratory conditions

Osman, Gamalat Y.; Mohamed, Azza H.; Kader, Ahmed Abdel; Abdel-Motleb, Asmaa

doi:10.21608/ejabf.2018.20507

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“…For example, Physa acuta was shown to be a suitable bioindicator of metal toxicity under laboratory conditions [61]. Subsequent research has confirmed this species to be useful for metal bio-uptake research [62]. In addition, Lymnaea stagnalis was reported to be one of the most sensitive species to a 96 h copper exposure [53], and a good bioindicator of mercury contamination in aquatic ecosystems [63].…”

Section: Bioaccumulation Of Metalsmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Appropriateness of Using Aquatic Snails as Bioindicators of Toxicity for Oil Sands Process-Affected Water

Chen¹,

Eaton²,

Davies³

2021

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Canada’s oil sands mining activity produces large volumes of oil sands process-affected water (OSPW), and there have been increasing concerns regarding the potential environmental impacts associated with this material. Developing an understanding of the toxicity of OSPW is critical to anticipating and mitigating the potential risks and effects of the oil sands industry on surrounding ecosystems. The composition of OSPW is highly variable and is influenced by a range of factors. While numerous research projects have been conducted on the toxicity of OSPW, much remains unknown about its impact on various biota. Freshwater gastropods (snails and slugs) are an ecologically crucial aquatic group, and members of this taxa have been used as bioindicators in a range of ecological settings. The literature suggests freshwater snails could be used as an indicator of toxicity in monitoring programs associated with oil sands development. This mini-review explores the use of snails as bioindicators in aquatic systems affected by oil sands development, focusing on how snails may respond to potential constituents of concern in systems exposed to OSPW.

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Section: Bioaccumulation Of Metalsmentioning

confidence: 99%