Abstract:The presence of trace elements in the soils, above its natural concentrations, can indicate anthropogenic contamination. Therefore, knowing the natural level of trace elements contents in soils is extremely important in monitoring and remediating contaminated areas. The Brazilian National Environment Council (CONAMA) determines that the states and the Federal District establish the Quality Reference Values (QRV), based on the natural levels of inorganic substances content in soils. Thus, this study aimed to de… Show more
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