Heavy metals monitoring in mussels Mytilus galloprovincialis from the Apulian coasts (Southern Italy)

SPADA, L.; ANNICCHIARICO, C.; CARDELLICCHIO, N.; GIANDOMENICO, S.; LEO, A. DI

doi:10.12681/mms.v0i0.323

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“…was observed by Lepom et al (12) in tissues of freshwater mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) sampled in German surface waters, and by Rutzke et al (21) in Lakes Ontario and Erie in the United States. The ability of bivalve molluscs to accumulate toxic metals from water and sediments was used in numerous studies in the assessment of environmental pollution by these elements (2,11,15,17,22). Our results were slightly lower compared to the findings of other authors.…”

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Mercury concentration in bivalve molluscs

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Nawrocka

et al. 2015

Bulletin of the Veterinary Institute in Pulawy

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A total of 85 mussel samples of eight species were examined. Analysis of mercury in the freeze-dried samples was carried out by atomic absorption spectrometry method using direct mercury analyser AMA 254. The analytical procedure for determination of mercury was covered by the quality assurance programme of research and participation in national and international proficiency tests. Concentrations of total mercury in all investigated samples were found to be generally low, in the range of 0.033-0.577 mg/kg of dry weight and of 0.003-0.045 mg/kg of wet weight. The results indicate that obtained levels of mercury in bivalve molluscs are not likely to pose a risk to the health of consumers.

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“…Beiras et al (2) found that mercury concentrations in tissues of Mytilus galloprovincialis in Galicia, Spain, ranged from 0.100 to 1.109 mg/kg dry weight. Other authors monitored heavy metal content in mussels from Apulian Coasts in Italy (22). The level of mercury was similar to the value determined by Beiras et al (15).…”

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Mercury concentration in bivalve molluscs

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Nawrocka

et al. 2015

Bulletin of the Veterinary Institute in Pulawy

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The Accumulation of Al, As, Li, Mg, Mn, S, Si, Ti, and V in the Mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis from the Moroccan Mediterranean Coastal Areas: Trends Pertaining to Seasons and Levels

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The accumulation levels of elements (Al, As, Li, Mg, Mn, S, Si, Ti, and V) in the soft tissue of mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis), collected monthly in 2016, from Junuary to December, from sampling sites of the mussel farming facilities installed in the coastal areas of Al Hoceima, were investigated. The studied element levels were determined by using Inductively Coupled Plasma -Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES 720-ES). Descending order of the average element concentrations in soft tissue of M. galloprovincialis was S > Mg > Si> Al > Mn > Ti > As >V > Li. Element contents (Al, As, Mg, S and V) in tissue of mussels were significantly different (P < 0.05) between seasons, being highest in winter and lowest in summer. Strong correlations were observed between studied elements and chlorophyll a, indicating the importance of food for metal bioaccumulation in mussels in this period of the season. The observed strong correlations for metal levels in tissues of mussels can be explained by their common sources, which are associated with anthropogenic effects. The detected seasonal variations of investigated element concentrations in soft tissues of M. galloprovincialis could be attributed to physicochemical parameters such as temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, nutrients and food availability, as well as the biological status of the mussel. This study may provide basic information for detecting the current pollution status of investigated elements in Al Hoceima coasts from the Moroccan Mediterranean Sea using M. galloprovincialis as biological indicators.

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Evidencing the Impact of Coastal Contaminated Sediments on Mussels Through Pb Stable Isotopes Composition

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Brach-Papa

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Environ. Sci. Technol.

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Heavily contaminated sediments are a serious concern for ecosystem quality, especially in coastal areas, where vulnerability is high due to intense anthropogenic pressure. Surface sediments (54 stations), 50 cm interface cores (five specific stations), river particles, coal and bulk Pb plate from past French Navy activities, seawater and mussels were collected in Toulon Bay (NW Mediterranean Sea). Lead content and Pb stable isotope composition have evidenced the direct impact of sediment pollution stock on both the water column quality and the living organisms, through the specific Pb isotopic signature in these considered compartments. The history of pollution events including past and present contaminant dispersion in Toulon Bay were also demonstrated by historical records of Pb content and Pb isotope ratios in sediment profiles. The sediment resuspension events, as simulated by batch experiments, could be a major factor contributing to the high Pb mobility in the considered ecosystem. A survey of Pb concentrations in surface seawater at 40 stations has revealed poor seawater quality, affecting both the dissolved fraction and suspended particles and points to marina/harbors as additional diffuse sources of dissolved Pb.

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Heavy metals monitoring in mussels Mytilus galloprovincialis from the Apulian coasts (Southern Italy)

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Mercury concentration in bivalve molluscs

Mercury concentration in bivalve molluscs

The Accumulation of Al, As, Li, Mg, Mn, S, Si, Ti, and V in the Mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis from the Moroccan Mediterranean Coastal Areas: Trends Pertaining to Seasons and Levels

Evidencing the Impact of Coastal Contaminated Sediments on Mussels Through Pb Stable Isotopes Composition

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