海水中痕量铂族元素的赋存形态及螯合树脂富集研究进展

海水中铂族元素(PGEs)的含量和赋存形态与其生物地球化学行为及生态风险密切相关,但如何确定海水中PGEs的含量和形态一直是研究的难点.螯合树脂对特定元素和特定配体结构的识别特性为突破这一瓶颈提供了可能.因此,本文综述了海水中铂族元素赋存形态的研究现状,讨论了螯合树脂吸附铂族元素的机理,并对比了不同类型螯合树脂对铂族元素的富集.结果表明: 海水中PGEs的无机络合形态主要由[MCl₃OH^2-]/[MCl4^2-](M=Pt、Pd)及M(OH)₃^{3-n(n=3～6)(M=Rh)组成;螯合树脂对PGEs的不同络合形态有一定的识别性;氮-硫型螯合树脂是研究实际条件下海水中PGEs的理想树脂.}     

环境中人为来源的铂族元素及其迁移转化研究进展

铂族元素(PGEs)在汽车尾气催化转换器(VECs)、工业催化剂和制药学领域的广泛应用,致使PGEs尤其是铂(Pt)、钯(Pd)和铑(Rh)在某些区域已经成为新型环境污染物.由于环境样品中Pt/Pd、Pt/Rh与VECs中活性成分比例有较好的相关性,因此PGEs污染主要来源于应用了铂族金属的VECs.研究显示,过去的30年里,气溶胶、永生态系统(河水、雨水、地下水、海水、沉积物)、土壤、路尘和生物有机体等不同环境介质中PGEs浓度均显著增加.人们普遍认为铂族元素是惰性的,暴露于环境中的PGEs的健康风险很小,但PGEs毒性和生物可利用性的研究表明,在多种生物地球化学过程作用下,人为排放的PGEs易发生迁移,转化为毒性更大的形态,增加生物可利用性,通过食物链传递对人类产生潜在的健康风险.本文对不同环境介质中PGEs来源、分布及生物地球化学行为的最新成果进行了总结,认为PGEs人体健康风险标准制定、PGEs标准物质的研制、近海沉积物中PGEs的研究、PGEs对滩涂贝类的毒性、食物中PGEs的污染现状及人体健康风险评估等是今后PGEs研究的重要领域.     

环境与植物中硒形态研究进展

本文综述了近年来在环境及植物中的硒形态研究方面的进展。在土壤和水中各种不同形态硒的分布情况与pH值及其它特性之间的关系;植物中各种有机硒化合物的含量,可能的结构和硫素之间的关系,植物对硒的吸收转化过程等等。     

环境与植物中硒形态研究进展

本文综述了近年来在环境及植物中的硒形态研究方面的进展。在土壤和水中各种不同形态硒的分布情况与ｐＨ值及其它特性之间的关系;植物中各种有机硒化合物的含量,可能的结构和硫素之间的关系,植物对硒的吸收转化过程等等     

黑曲霉发酵过程中菌体形态的分析方法建立及应用

丝状真菌(Filamentous fungi)的发酵生产通常具有较高的工业应用价值,但其菌体形态是一个区别于其他非丝状菌的一个重要发酵指标。针对目前形态分析的瓶颈,本研究使用琼脂糖凝胶对黑曲霉菌形进行固定,利用平板实现菌球样本的大量制备,并结合图形处理软件自建自动化处理程序,实现了大量准确可靠的菌体形态参数的获得,大大增加了形态数据处理通量及准确度。应用该方法于黑曲霉发酵生产糖化酶过程中不同供氧水平及剪切水平下菌体形态的研究,通过大量形态数据定量阐明了黑曲霉在不同剪切水平下的分区域形态分布特性,为进一步工业过程的形态优化提供了重要的研究方法。     

发光细菌法测定环境中金属毒性的研究进展

在环境污染物的毒性评价和监测中,发光细菌法是一种具有快速、灵敏和廉价等优点的直接生物测试方法.本文简要回顾了发光细菌法的测定原理及其在水环境中的应用;总结了发光细菌法测定水环境中金属毒性的主要影响因素(如pH、有机无机配体和交互作用);重点评述了发光细菌法在土壤样品金属毒性测定方面的应用、不同提取方法的优缺点以及土壤金属毒性与形态之间的关系;提出今后应加强土壤中金属对发光细菌的毒害机理、土壤环境中发光细菌法标准化以及发光细菌法与其他测试方法的关系等研究.快速、廉价、标准化发光细菌法的建立对土壤环境中金属风险评价和监测具有重要的意义.     

水体中铝（Ⅲ）的化学形态及其生态效应的研究进展

本文着重论述了水体中各种铝络合物的形成结构、分布特征和转化规律,分析了当前广泛使用的几类定量鉴别方法,阐明某些形态的铝对生物体及人类的毒性作用和生理功能性障碍等生态效应方面的研究进展。同时提出未来研究的重点领域和方法。     

菌根植物根际环境对污染土壤中Cu、Zn、Pb、Cd形态的影响

采用根垫法和连续形态分析技术,分析了生长在污灌土壤中菌根小麦和无菌根小麦根际Ｃｕ、Ｚｎ、Ｐｂ、Ｃｄ的形态分布和变化趋势。结果表明,下对照土壤相比,菌根际土壤中交换态Ｃｕ含量显著增加,交换态Ｃｄ呈减少的趋势;与非菌根际相比,Ｃｕ、Ｚｎ、Ｐｂ的有机结合态在菌根根际中显著增加,而４种测定金属２的碳酸盐态和铁锰氧化态都没有显著改变,该结果表明,植物根系能影响根际中金属形态的变化,且菌根比无菌根的影响程度大     

农作物体内铅,镉,铜的化学形态研究

本文报道了农作物体内重金属存在的化学形态。用逐步提取法分析了生长在污染土壤上的水稻、小麦的根与叶。结果表明,在两种作物中,根部的铅以活性较低的醋酸可提取态与盐酸可提取态占优势,而叶中的铅以盐酸可提取态占优势。不论根部或叶部,在各种形态镉中,以氯化钠可提取镉所占比例较高,作用较重要。作物体内的铜活性较强,根部以乙醇可提取态占优势,叶中以水提取态占优势。各种结合形态的重金属迁移能力、毒性效应有显著差异。作物体内重金属化学形态特征与其表观毒性效应有密切联系。     

积雪草活性成分的分析方法及药理作用研究进展

就近年来国内外对积雪草的化学成分、提取纯化、分析检测方法和药理活性的研究进展作了综述,为积雪草的进一步开发利用提供科学依据。     

Synthesis and spectral luminescent characteristics of the porphyrin complexes with the platinum group metals

The syntheses of complexes of natural and synthetic porphyrins with Pt, Pd, Rh, and Ru are reported. Their electronic absorption spectra, phosphorescence spectra, and lifetimes at room temperature both in the presence and in the absence of oxygen were studied. Variations in the nature of the central metal atom and in the substituents in pyrrol and phenyl rings allow the obtaining of metalloporphyrins phosphorescing at room temperature with various phosphorescence excitation and emission spectra.     

Quick sequential procedure for speciation analysis of heavy metals in soils by supersonic extraction

Abstract

In order to improve the extraction efficiency and reduce the operation time, supersonic energy by means of supersonic bath was used to the modified Tessier sequential extraction for speciation analysis of heavy metals in soils. Extractable contents of Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb and Zn were measured by flame atomic absorption spectroscopy. The merit of the supersonic extraction (SE) applied to the modified Tessier, method is not only that the operation time for the first 4 fractions was reduced from ca 18 h to 8 h, comparing with conventional extraction (CE), but also the extraction efficiency was higher. There were no significant differences between the data obtained by the proposed method using supersonic extraction and the reference values of the standard reference materials of EES-2 and EES-3. The results for both of SE and CE in the soil samples were consistent. The extractable Cu, Ni and Zn in the sample No. 1 were mainly associated with the third fraction (Fe-Mn oxides fraction), and fourth fraction (organic matter fraction) in the sample No. 2. The extractable Fe and Mn were all mainly associated with the third fraction, and Pb the fourth fraction in both of the samples. The effects of varying concentrations of hydroxylamine hydrochloride on the extraction of metals were also studied.     

Standardization of methods of analysis for heavy metals in sediments

In studies of heavy metals in sediments, there is a need for standardization of the procedures for sample collection and preservation, chemical analyses and presentation of results. The method and depth of sampling depend on the aim of the investigation and on local sediment conditions, such as consistency of the sediment, rate of sedimentation, diagnetic processes and bioturbation. Therefore no general recommendations can be given in this respect. During collection and preservation, contamination and loss of constituents ust be avoided. In sediments, the best means for estimating total contents of metals is digestion with HF, in combination with strong acids. Other methods include X-ray fluorescence and neutron activation analyses. The use of HF is considered objectionable by some laboratories. A reasonable alternative is aqua regia. Because variations in granular composition affect metal contents, it is advisable to use the fraction < 63 μm for the analysis. Chemical partition of sediments provides an insight into the source of metallic constituents, and their pathways to deposition areas. A three-step extraction procedure, in the sequence 0.1 M hydroxylamine-HCl, H₂O₂ 30% and HF, is proposed. Finally, attention is paid to the anthropogenic enrichment of metals in sediments. The establishment of base-line levels is discussed.     

Chemical speciation and health risks of airborne heavy metals around an industrial community in Nigeria

Abstract

Quantification of PM_2.5 (particulate matter <2.5?µm) bound heavy metals and their potential health risks were carried out around a cement manufacturing company in Ewekoro, Nigeria. The PM_2.5 samples were collected using Environtech gravimetric sampler. A four-staged sequential extraction procedure was used to fractionate PM_2.5 bound chromium (Cr), lead (Pb), aluminum (Al), copper (Cu), and silver (Ag), and further analyzed using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Chemical speciation results reveal bioavailable levels of Pb (4.05?µg/m³), Cr (10.75?µg/m³), Al (16.47?µg/m³), Cu (4.38E-01?µg/m³), and Ag (1.22E-02?µg/m³) in the airborne particulates. Pb and Cr levels exceeded the World Health Organization allowable limit of 0.5 and 2.5E-05?µg/m³, respectively. The labile phases showed strong indication of the presence of Cr and Cu metal. Excess cancer risks exposure for adults, outdoor workers and children were higher than the acceptable risk target level of 1E-06. Non-carcinogenic health risk estimated using hazard quotients (HQs) and hazard indices (HIs) showed ingestion route within the safe level of HI <1 implying no adverse effect while inhalation route exceeded the safe level for all receptors. Enforcement of pollution control by authorized agencies, and screening of greenbelts as sinks for air pollutants is strongly recommended.     

Quantitative speciation of heavy metals in soil and crops of agricultural fields of Islamabad,Pakistan

Abstract

Two root crops: carrot (Daucus carota) and spring onion (Allium fistulosum) and soil samples were selected from the agricultural fields located near Islamabad, Pakistan to determine their elemental content. Field soil speciation of the two crops was also carried out to analyse the correlation of the elements in field crop and soil. Concentrations of selected elements were evaluated in the leaf, stem, root and flowering part of the crops using flame atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The results showed that elements are mostly concentrated in soil rather than crop parts following the sequence Zn>Cu>Pb>Ni>Cr>Cd. Furthermore, soil speciation showed that Ni and Cr are more prevalent in the Fe–Mn oxide fraction, Zn and Cd as the carbonate bound fraction and Cu is found in the organic bound form. However, concentrations of Pb are similar across the carbonate, Fe–Mn oxide and organic bound fractions. The highest average concentration of Zn is found as the carbonate bound fraction (2.09 ± 0.005 mg kg^?1) and Cu as the organic bound (1.51 ± 0.029 mg kg^?1) in soil samples taken from the agricultural field of Daucus carota.     

Closing the loop on platinum from catalytic converters: Contributions from material flow analysis and circularity indicators

In this study, material flow analysis (MFA) is applied to quantify and reduce the obstacles for advancing a circular economy (CE) of platinum (Pt) from catalytic converters (CC) in Europe. First, the value chain and related stakeholders are mapped out in an MFA‐like model to both facilitate the assessment of stocks and flows, and get a comprehensive view of potential action levers and resources to close‐the‐loop. Then, through the cross analysis of numerous data sources, two MFA are completed: (i) one general MFA, and (ii) one sector‐specific MFA, drawing a distinction between the fate of Pt from (a) light‐duty vehicles, under the European Union's End of Life Vehicle Directive 2000/EC/53, and (b) heavy‐duty and off‐road vehicles. Key findings reveal a leakage of around 15 tons of Pt outside the European market in 2017. Although approximately one quarter of the losses are due to in‐use dissipation, 65% are attributed to insufficient collection and unregulated exports. Comparing the environmental impact between primary and secondary production, it has been estimated that halving the leakage of Pt during usage and collection could prevent the energetic consumption of 1.3 × 10³ TJ and the greenhouse gases emission of 2.5 × 10² kt CO₂ eq. Through the lens of circularity indicators, activating appropriate action levers to enhance the CE performance of Pt in Europe is of utmost importance in order to secure future production of new generations of CC and fuel cells. Moreover, the growing stockpile of Pt from CC in use indicates the need for better collection mechanisms. Also, the CC attrition during use and associated Pt emissions in the environment appears non‐negligible. Based on the scarce and dated publications in this regard, we encourage further research for a sound understanding of this phenomenon that can negatively impact human health.     

害虫防治决策的复序贯分析方法及抽样技术研究

复序贯抽样决策技术实际应用的受限 ,原因在于截止限序贯抽样模型的缺乏。本文在检验昆虫种群空间格局回归模型的基础上 ,推导出了目前国内常用检验回归模型的截止限序贯抽样模型 ,并将其运用于复序贯分析决策过程中。实例分析表明 ,对于同一种生物种群 ,在一定的精度 (D)和置信水平(tα)要求下 ,复序贯抽样决策技术可以大幅度地节约抽样成本     

Geochemical Speciation and Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Sediments of a River in Bangladesh

The surface sediment of a downstream river (Paira) connected to the marine ecosystems of the Bay of Bengal was assessed by sequential extraction technique. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the mobility and dynamics of heavy metals and their probable ecological risks. The results revealed high environmental risk of Cd due to higher availability in the exchangeable fraction (21%) and a considerable portion in the carbonate bound fraction due to the special affinity towards carbonate and co-precipitation with its minerals. Toxic metals like Cr, Ni, and Cd are of concern, and can occasionally be associated with adverse biological effects. The risk assessment code (RAC) suggests that the highest mobility of Cd poses a higher environmental risk and threat to the aquatic biota, as well.     

Effects of storage on the sequential extraction of micronutrients and trace elements in fruit and vegetable residue flour

Abstract

Sequential extraction consists of the use of a number of extractors with different chemical properties that are progressively applied to a sample. The objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of sequential extraction of Cu, Fe, Mn, Mg and Zn from fruit and vegetable residue flour during storage for up to 60 days. The following extractors were applied: 1M calcium chloride, 0.1M acetic acid/5% ammonium acetate (pH 5.0), 0.5M acetic acid and 0.5M hydrochloric acid; the storage times were 0, 30 and 60 days. Storage for up to 60 days did not affect the total content of the metals. However, changes were observed in the chemical structure of the sample, which influenced the profile extraction of the metals. At least five distinct chemical species of each metal were analysed, which could influence the bioavailability and metabolic processes inherent in the sample itself.