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Application of Biotests in Environmental Research

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Pages 135-154 | Published online: 12 Jan 2007
 

The possible applications of tests based on the use of biological materials in the field of environmental research are presented. The known biotests, used for assessing the accumulative pollution level in particular environmental compartments, have been classified. In addition, information collected on the sensitivity of some fauna and flora species to toxic substances present in the environment are presented.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The Department of Analytical Chemistry constitutes “Centre of Excellence in Environmental Analysis and Monitoring,” which is a research project supported by the European Commission under the Fifth Framework Programme and contributing to the implementation of the Key Action “Sustainable Management and Quality of Water” within the Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development (Contract No.: EVK1-CT-2002-80010). The authors acknowledge this generous support.

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