Liver Concentrations of Copper, Zinc, Iron and Molybdenum in Sheep and Goats from Northern Greece, Determined by Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry

Papachristodoulou, C.; Stamoulis, K.; Tsakos, P.; Vougidou, Christina; Vozikis, Vasileios; Papadopoulou, Chrissanthy; Ioannides, Konstantinos

doi:10.1007/s00128-015-1496-6

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“…Iron is considered an abundant mineral in Brazilian soils, which causes adequate iron concentrations in plants to meet the requirements of animals (Fink et al 2016;Schmidt et al 2020). In ruminants, iron deficiency causes anemia, lethargy, reduced consumption, and reduced weight gain (Papachristodoulou et al 2015). The Fe values observed in the silages containing cactus pear in its composition are above the 104.97 mg/kg DM found by Carvalho et al (2020) when analyzing the concentration of this mineral in cactus pear silages of the Mexican Elephant Ear genotype.…”

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Mineral profile, carbohydrates fractionation, nitrogen compounds and in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages associated with cactus pear

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Background The high amount of soluble carbohydrates and the reduced dry matter content in cactus pear can cause excessive fermentation, resulting in nutrient losses, when it is preserved in the silage form. Thus, the association of cactus pear with elephant grass in the production of mixed silages may reduce nutritional losses during the ensiling process. Thus, the aim was to evaluate the mineral profile, carbohydrates fractionation, nitrogen compounds, and in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages associated with a cactus pear levels (0, 150, 300, and 450 g/kg on dry matter basis). The study was carried out in a completely randomized design, with 4 treatments and 5 replications, totaling 20 experimental silos. Results The increase in cactus pear levels in elephant grass silages composition provided an increase in the contents of K (P = 0.013), Ca (P < 0.001), Mg (P < 0.001), Na (P = 0.001), B (P = 0.044) and Zn (P = 0.016), reduced P (P = 0.039) and promoted a quadratic effect for Fe (P = 0.045) content. The addition of cactus pear levels in elephant grass silages increased the total carbohydrates (P < 0.001) and A + B1 fraction (P = 0.002) and promoted a quadratic effect for B2 fraction (P = 0.032). For nitrogen compounds, the increase in cactus pear levels in elephant grass silages composition reduced the B1 + B2 fraction (P = 0.002) and increased the C fraction (P = 0.007). There was no effect of cactus pear levels on the in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages (P > 0.05). Conclusions Under the experimental conditions, the addition of cactus pear in elephant grass silage at levels up to 450 g/kg dry matter does not affect the in vitro gas production, however, it improves the mineral profile, contributes to the increase in the total carbohydrate content and the A + B1 fraction in the silages. Besides this, cactus pear addition reduces the B1 + B2 protein fraction, increasing the fraction C content in the silages, suggesting the necessity to supply an additional soluble nitrogen source for good ruminal functioning.

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Mineral profile, carbohydrates fractionation, nitrogen compounds and in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages associated with cactus pear

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“…Mostly, the iron concentration in the unconfined aquifer (hard rocks) is higher than the Sedimentary formation (Confined Aquifer). The presence of iron in the hard rock terrain increases the iron concentration in the groundwater (Papachristodoulou et al 2015).…”

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Assessment and source identification of heavy metal contamination of groundwater using geospatial technology in Gadilam River basin, Tamil Nadu, India

Venugopal¹,

Suresh²

2021

Appl Water Sci

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The purpose of this study is to determine the groundwater quality of the Gadilam River basin on the basis of Geographic Information Technology (GIS) taxonomy evaluation and risk assessment and statistical analysis. The Gadilam River originates from the district of Kallakurichi and flows into the district of Viluppuram finally confluence at Bay of Bengal in the district of Cuddalore. Groundwater supplies are serving the entire drinking needs of the residents of the Gadilam River basin, and pollution of its toxic elements has been raised in recent years. A total of 120 groundwater samples, excluding reserved forest areas, were obtained from the Gadilam River basin. 50 samples of the Archaean formation, 34 samples of the Quaternary formation, 35 additional Tertiary formation samples and one Cretaceous formation sample. During the monsoon season (Nov. 2018), groundwater samples were taken, which is after the Gaja cyclone’s diastral effects. At the time of the sample acquisition, pH, EC and TDS were measured using the Elico field kit. Using the Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, the heavy metals Zn, Cr, Cu, Pb, Co, Fe, Mn and Ni were analyzed. The spatial distribution maps of the GIS shows that in all the samples the concentrations of chromium, lead, cobalt, nickel are high (above the permitted limit). In 93.40%of the area, the manganese concentrations are higher, dropping under the unauthorized cap for human use in compliance with WHO requirements. In addition, statistical analysis indicates that groundwater pollution of the roots of Pb and Cr is from foreign sources and geogenic origin cannot be avoided. The country's rocks and industrial effluents can trigger Zn and Co. The anthropogenic operations may be due to Cu. The taxonomy diagram showing all groundwater samples is classified as ‘near neutral high metal.’ Industrial waste, household sewage, has boosted the emission of heavy metals. Groundwater risk assessment study of heavy metals using SMCE approach reveals that dense residential area in the Archaean formation, lineaments intersection with river portion and sea shore area in Quaternary formation and nearby SIPCOT industry and Lignite mining area in Tertiary formation is noted in the ‘Extreme risk dangerous’ areas.

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“…During the POM season, highly positive correlation is observed between Fe and Zn as well as good correlation of EC with Mn. Correlation between iron and zinc indicates that they might have been derived from the same source such as corrosive activity of iron-zinc alloy of household material (WHO 2003a(WHO , 2003bPapachristodoulou et al 2015;Anonymous. 2016) and leachate of discharge in soil from automobile industry in POM season (Kanamar and Morita 1994) (Table 3).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The result of increasing value of iron during POM is due to rock-water interaction (Ngah and Nwankwoala 2013). At some places, concentration of iron in groundwater is due to corrosion of household and leaching from pipes, fitting, smelting, and welding work places (WHO 2003a, b;Papachristodoulou et al 2015). Acceptable limit for lead is 0.01 mg/l (BIS 2012).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Humans need a required level of Zn, otherwise it affects the metabolism and immune system and as a result human beings are susceptible to infections, delayed sexual maturation in men, and anemia and birth defects in pregnancy women (ATSDR 2005). Concentration of the zinc in groundwater is due to corrosion of household and leaching from piping, fitting, smelting, and welding workplaces (WHO 2003a, b;Papachristodoulou et al 2015). Concentration of copper in groundwater during PRM is ranging from 0.004 to 0.112 mg/l with an average of 0.054 mg/l and during POM it is ranging from 0.001 to 0.128 mg/l with an average of 0.037 mg/l (Fig.…”

Section: Heavy Metal Distributionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Heavy metal concentration in groundwater from Besant Nagar to Sathankuppam, South Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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The assessment of groundwater quality is an obligatory pre-requisite to developing countries like India with rural-based economy. Heavy metal concentration in groundwater from Besant Nagar to Sathankuppam, South Chennai was analyzed to assess the acquisition process. The study area has rapid urbanization since few decades, which deteriorated the condition of the aquifer of the area. Totally 30 groundwater samples were collected during premonsoon (June 2014) and post-monsoon (January 2015) from the same aquifer to assess the heavy metal concentration in groundwater. Groundwater samples were analyzed for heavy metals such as Fe, Pb, Zn, Cu, Ni, Cr, Co and Mn using atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS). Correlation matrix revealed that there is no significant correlation between heavy metals and other parameters during pre-monsoon except EC with Cr but Fe and Zn have good positive correlation during post-monsoon.

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Liver Concentrations of Copper, Zinc, Iron and Molybdenum in Sheep and Goats from Northern Greece, Determined by Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry

Cited by 6 publications

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Mineral profile, carbohydrates fractionation, nitrogen compounds and in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages associated with cactus pear

Mineral profile, carbohydrates fractionation, nitrogen compounds and in vitro gas production of elephant grass silages associated with cactus pear

Assessment and source identification of heavy metal contamination of groundwater using geospatial technology in Gadilam River basin, Tamil Nadu, India

Heavy metal concentration in groundwater from Besant Nagar to Sathankuppam, South Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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