Screening potential plant species for arresting particulates in Jharia coalfield, India

Singh, Shailendra K.; Singh, Ranjeet Kumar; Singh, R. B.; Pal, Debjit; Singh, K. B.; Singh, Pradeep K.

doi:10.1186/s42834-019-0039-y

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“…As shown in Figure 5A,B, PM up to 2 µm could enter or block the stomata. Several researchers have reported that more PM could be deposited on rough leaf surfaces [17,26,27]. In particular, when PM (Ag-NP) is adsorbed through the leaves of woody plants, such as poplar.…”

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“…In particular, when PM (Ag-NP) is adsorbed through the leaves of woody plants, such as poplar. However, it quickly migrates to the stem, increasing the leaves' O 2 −, reducing bio-mass, and affecting bacterial and fungal growth [27]. In addition, the presence of more PM in the leaves reduced the efficiency of the photosynthetic device, lowered the ratio of photosynthesis and chlorophyll, and lowered energy efficiency.…”

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Particulate Matter Removal Ability of Ten Evergreen Trees Planted in Korea Urban Greening

Jin

Yoon

Bae

et al. 2021

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Broad-leaved evergreen trees create urban forests for mitigation of climate warming and adsorption of particulate matter (PM). This study was performed to identify the species suitable for urban greening by examining the adsorption capacity of the evergreen species in urban areas in Korea, the adsorption points and the elemental composition of PM in the adsorbed tree. Leaf sampling was carried out four times (period of seven months from October 2017 to May 2018) and used after drying (period 28 to 37 days). Particulate matter (PM) was classified and measured according to size PM2.5 (0.2–2.5 μm), PM10 (2.5–10 μm), PM100 (10–100 μm). The total amount of PM adsorbed on the leaf surface was highest in Pinus densiflora (24.6 μg∙cm−2), followed by Quercus salicina (47.4 μg∙cm−2). The composition of PM adsorbed by P. densiflora is 4.0% PM2.5, 39.5% PM10 and 56.5% PM100, while those adsorbed by Q. salicina are evergreen at 25.7% PM2.5, 27.4% PM10 and 46.9% PM100. When the amount of PM adsorbed on the leaf was calculated by LAI, the species that adsorbed PM the most was P. densiflora, followed by Q. salicina, followed by Q. salicina in the wax layer, then P. densiflora. As a result of this study, the amount of PM adsorbed per unit area of leaves, and the amount of PM calculated by LAI, showed a simpler pattern. The hardwoods had a high adsorption rate of PM2.5. The adsorption ratio of ultra-fine PM2.5 by evergreen broad-leaved trees was greater than that of coniferous trees. Therefore, broad-leaved evergreens such as Q. salicina are considered very suitable as species for adsorbing PM in the city. PM2.5 has been shown to be adsorbed through the pores and leaves of trees, indicating that the plant plays an important role in alleviating PM in the atmosphere. As a result of analyzing the elemental components of PM accumulated on leaf leaves by scanning electron microscopy (SEM)/ energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDXS) analysis, it was composed of O, C, Si, and N, and was found to be mainly generated by human activities around the road. The results of this study provide basic data regarding the selection of evergreen species that can effectively remove aerial PM. It also highlights the importance of evergreen plants for managing PM pollution during the winter and provides insights into planning additional green infrastructure to improve urban air quality.

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Section: Pm Adsorption Location On Leavesmentioning

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Particulate Matter Removal Ability of Ten Evergreen Trees Planted in Korea Urban Greening

Jin

Yoon

Bae

et al. 2021

Forests

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“…It has been found that plants can filter certain pollutants through absorption, adsorption and metabolism [11]. Thus, plants act as an important sink of air pollutants [12]. Deposition rates of air pollutants on vegetation have been found higher than those on the built-up structures [13].…”

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Assessing air pollution tolerance of plant species in vegetation traffic barriers in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

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Baral

Dhital

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Sustain Environ Res

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Vegetation traffic barriers along roads can be an effective structure to improve roadside air quality and to reduce human exposure to traffic air pollutants. However, the selection of the plant species should be considered as an important design parameter for vegetation traffic barriers because different plant species demonstrate different levels of tolerance to air pollutants. This study compares the air pollution tolerance of different plant species found in the vegetation traffic barriers in the Kathmandu valley. Four biochemical parameters (relative water content, leaf extract pH, total chlorophyll and ascorbic acid) and the dust-capturing potential of plants were analyzed. Out of the nine selected species, Cinnamomum camphora showed the highest tolerance to air pollution based on the air pollution tolerance index. Similarly, Schefflera pueckleri, Psidium guajava and Ficus benjamina were found to be the sensitive species, while Ficus sp., Nerium oleander, Thuja sp., Dypsis lutescens and Albizia julibrissin were found to have a moderate level of tolerance to air pollution. N. oleander had the highest dust-capturing potential. Considering both air pollution tolerance index and dust-capturing potential, C. camphora, N. oleander and A. julibrissin were found to be the most suitable species for the roadside plantation. The findings of this study might have important implications for plant species selection for vegetation traffic barriers.

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“…Rain is accompanied by thunderstorms with normal fall in temperature. Average precipitation is 1000-1200 mm from July to September with little in winter [23].…”

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Concentration, sources and health effects of silica in ambient respirable dust of Jharia Coalfields Region, India

Singh

et al. 2022

Environ Sci Eur

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Background The concentration of silica in occupational conditions is well defined and estimated around the world. Many countries in the world have developed air standards for occupational conditions based on the percent silica in ambient air. This is due to the pulmonary effect caused by silica yielding diseases like silicosis and pneumoconiosis. In India, occupational exposure to silica dust is regulated by Directorate General of Mine Safety (Tech.) (S&T) Circular No. 1 of 2004 Under Reg. 123 of Coal Mines Regulations, 1957 for any metal/non-metal mining operations estimated gravimetrically. As no silica standards are prescribed in India for non-occupational conditions, venturing into such analysis was well envisaged and perceived. Methodology Air sampling was done at identified locations through high-volume samplers for 24 h, twice a week in pre-monsoon season (March to June) and the Whatman filter paper was sonicated at sufficient speed to isolate dust particles for energy dispersive X-ray. Results The percentage of silica in “PM10” was found lowest in mining sites (15%), and highest in transportation sites (35%) and mid-value for mixed sites (24%). Thus, risk level gets magnified due to addition of finer dust generated in transportation and mixed sites than mining due to diesel driven vehicles. Burning of any fossil fuel generates high percentage of finer dust (< 2.5 µm). Conclusions There should be proper prescribed standard for silica for non-occupational conditions.

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Screening potential plant species for arresting particulates in Jharia coalfield, India

Cited by 12 publications

References 33 publications

Particulate Matter Removal Ability of Ten Evergreen Trees Planted in Korea Urban Greening

Particulate Matter Removal Ability of Ten Evergreen Trees Planted in Korea Urban Greening

Assessing air pollution tolerance of plant species in vegetation traffic barriers in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Concentration, sources and health effects of silica in ambient respirable dust of Jharia Coalfields Region, India

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