Effect of Contamination of Heavy Metals in Soil and Its Mitigation Strategies: A Review
Kaushlendra Mani Tripathi, Deo Kumar, Suraj Mishra
International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · pp. 135–146 · Published 2 Jun 2024
10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i74715Abstract
Rising soil pollution has recently emerged as a significant global issue due to increased industrialization, urbanization, and inadequate waste management. This review thoroughly examines the presence of common heavy elements in damaged soils, such as Pb, Cr, As, Zn, Cd, Cu, Hg, and Ni, utilizing publically available literature. It discusses the concepts of phytoremediation, soil cleaning, and immobilization, highlighting the advantages and drawbacks of each method. These techniques are widely recognized as effective means to remediate heavy metal-polluted soil, addressing associated risks, freeing up land for agriculture, bolstering food security, and resolving land tenure issues arising from changing land use patterns.
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