Using Modified Minerals to Clean Soil and Boost Marigold Metal Uptake
Greg Howard
4th May, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- Researchers at the University of Zanjan found that modified diatomite reduces heavy metal uptake by plants
- Using 10% modified diatomite decreased lead and copper in plants by 91%, chromium by 78%, and nickel by 79%
- Modified diatomite also boosted soil nutrients, improving plant growth and health
AgricultureEnvironmentPlant Science
References
Main Study
1) Modified diatomite for soil remediation and its implications for heavy metal absorption in Calendula officinalis.
Published 3rd May, 2024
Journal: BMC plant biology
Issue: Vol 24, Issue 1, May 2024
Related Studies
2) Modified natural diatomite and its enhanced immobilization of lead, copper and cadmium in simulated contaminated soils.
3) Phytoremediation strategies for soils contaminated with heavy metals: Modifications and future perspectives.
4) Accumulation of heavy metals from contaminated soil to plants and evaluation of soil remediation by vermiculite.