Long-Term Effects of Mercury on Biofilms Grown in Contaminated Microcosms: A Pilot Study

Biofilms are important components of the mercury (Hg) biogeochemical cycle. However, Hg effects on biofilm communities are overlooked. Here, we present results of a pilot study on the chronic effects of Hg on biofilms, notably on the potential change of their taxonomic composition. Biofilms were cul...

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Main Authors: Perrine Dranguet, Aline Freiburghaus, Vera I. Slaveykova, Séverine Le Faucheur
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Environments
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3298/6/3/28