Pyritic metals sequestration on mine dumps treated with oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus, Jacq.et Fr.)

Abstract Background Mining activities can lead to the generation of large quantities of heavy metal laden wastes which are released into the environment in an uncontrolled manner, causing widespread contamination of the ecosystem. Bioremediation is an innovative and promising technology available fo...

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Main Authors: Johnson Masaka, Marshall Mutambu, Rangarirayi Mhindu, Kudakwashe Muringaniza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2017-10-01
Series:Chemical and Biological Technologies in Agriculture
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40538-017-0108-6