Browsing Research Output by Subject "Bioassays"
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Assessing the ecotoxicity of gold mine tailings utilizing earthworm and microbial assays
(Springer, 2015)Problems associated with mining are the disposal of wastes on tailing disposal facilities (TDFs). The aim of this study was to determine the ecotoxicity of gold mine tailings by using earthworm bioassays, earthworm biomarkers ... -
The effects of different gold mine tailings on growth, reproduction and avoidance-behaviour of earthworms
(Taylor & Francis, 2020)The mining industry plays a key role in the economic development of South Africa as one of the largest exporters of valuable resources, such as gold, platinum group metals and other metals and minerals. Unfortunately, ... -
Utilizing earthworm and microbial assays to assess the ecotoxicity of chromium mine wastes
(Elsevier, 2014)Mining plays an important role in the South African economy which results in environmental impacts. This holds a potential hazard for ecosystems surrounding mining areas and also for public health in the surrounding ...