Browsing Natural and Agricultural Sciences by Subject "Bioaccumulation"
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The assessment of organic pollutant exposure and effects along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline
(2015)Marine pollution monitoring has been active in South Africa for the past 40 years, but with large periods of neglect where no research has been done. South Africa is ideally situated along the primary global shipping ... -
Determination of organic pollution in Phongola and Vaal Rivers, and the possible effects to wildlife—a comparison
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)The aquatic environment is impacted by a wide range of anthropogenic activities, these include application of agricultural products like herbicides, insecticides and pesticides, and fertilisers; sewage; and industrial ... -
Ecotoxicological effect of CdTe quantum dots on Eisenia andrei
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)Nanotechnology is a modern developing discipline producing a large quantity of consumer products, likely resulting in waste materials during the upcoming decades. Engineered nanoparticles with unique physicochemical ... -
Health assessment of fishes from coastal lakes on the east coast of South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), Potchefstroom Campus, 2018)Kosi Bay located on the subtropical east coast of South Africa bordering the south of Mozambique is a unique Ramsar system that is composed of four interconnected, roughly circular lakes that is considered the most pristine ... -
Identification and characterization of heavy metal (Cd, Ni and Cr) tolerant bacteria isolated from mine tailings and their portetial use for phytoextraction
(North-West University (South Africa), 2015)Abstract not copied" -
The relationship between organochlorine pesticide exposure and biomarker responses of amphibians in the lower Phongolo River floodplain
(North-West University, 2015)Amphibians are regarded as sensitive indicators of environmental change and are therefore excellent subjects for use in ecotoxicology. The Phongolo River floodplain is South Africa’s most diverse natural floodplain system ... -
The role of the Usuthu River as refuge for the aquatic biodiversity of the lower Phongolo system
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Freshwater riverine floodplain systems are one of the most threatened ecosystems. These riverine floodplain systems are also the most productive and biodiverse freshwater systems in the world. Impacts that threaten these ... -
The use of Clarias gariepinus and associated helminthic parasites as bio-indicators of metal pollution in a subtropical ecosystem
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)Metals are naturally occurring elements that play an important role in the functioning of organisms. However, imbalances in metal concentrations in the environment are of great concern due to their potential detrimental ... -
Validation of artificial mussels as indicators of platinum group element exposure in the Hex River System
(North-West University (South Africa). Potchefstroom Campus, 2019)Platinum group elements (PGE) occur naturally in the environment in very low concentrations. However, these elements have increased over the last couple of decades, since they have been increasingly used in a number of ...