
Plants, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(10), P. 1448 - 1448
Published: May 12, 2025
This study evaluated the phytoremediation of mine tailing-contaminated soils in Quiulacocha, Peru, using combined application biochar and compost, with Zea mays L. (maize) serving as phytoremediator due to its high biomass production stress tolerance. A factorial experimental design was implemented, varying two main factors: mining tailings dose (30% 60% w/w) pyrolysis temperature (300 °C 500 °C). The were characterized by concentrations heavy metals unfavourable physico-chemical properties (pH, low organic matter), whereas biochar, produced from pine forest residues, derived urban waste, exhibited attributes that enhance soil quality. During pot experiment, response variables including Bioconcentration Factor (BCF) Translocation (TF) for various assess capacity contaminant immobilization their distribution between plant roots aerial tissues. results demonstrated incorporation compost significantly improved quality increasing pH, cation exchange capacity, nutrient retention, while simultaneously reducing bioavailability limiting translocation parts maize. Factorial analysis further indicated both influenced efficacy process. In conclusion, presents an effective sustainable strategy rehabilitating stabilizing promoting safe growth
Language: Английский