粉煤灰滤泥混合物对土壤性质、萝卜产量与品质的影响

粉煤灰和滤泥以1：1（w/w）比例混合并添加少量化肥配制成混合物,通过盆栽试验研究该混合物农用对土壤生物化学性质、萝卜产量和品质的影响以及重金属在土壤和萝卜中的富集状况。结果表明,该混合物中Dd、Pb、Cr、As和Hg含量均明显低于国家农用粉煤灰中污染物控制标准;施用一定数量的该混合物未见导致重金属在土壤和萝卜中的明显富集作用,重金属污染指数均＜1;土壤细菌数量显著增加;脲酶、磷酸酶和纤维素酶的活性增强;促进了萝卜的生长发育和代谢作用,萝卜的生物产量、经济产量、还原糖和维生素C的含量均明显提高,因此,适量施用该混合物未见导致重金属对土壤和萝卜的明显污染,且具有较明显的改土培肥、增产和提高萝卜品质的效果。     

Quality assessment of compost prepared from fly ash and crop residue

Fly ash was co-composted with wheat straw and 2% rock phosphate (w/w) for 90 days and different chemical and microbiological parameters monitored to evaluate its effect on the composting process. Fly ash addition at 20% level resulted in the lowest C/N of 16.4:1 and highest available and total phosphorus. Increasing the addition of fly ash from 40 to 60% (w/w) did not exert any detrimental effect on either C:N or the microbial population.     

Growth and physiological response of lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus (D.C.) Stapf.) under different levels of fly ash-amended soil

Revegetation with metal tolerant plants for management of fly ash deposits is an important environmental perspective nowadays. Growth performance, photosynthesis, and antioxidant defense of lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus (D.C.) Stapf.) were evaluated under various combination of fly ash amended with garden soil in order to assess its fly ash tolerance potential. Under low level of fly ash (25%) amended soil, the plant growth parameters such as shoot, root, and total plant biomass as well as metal tolerance index were increased compared to the control plants grown on garden soil, followed by decline under higher concentration of fly ash (50%, 75% and 100%). In addition, leaf photosynthetic rate, stomatal conductance, and photosystem (PS) II activity were not significantly changed under low level of fly ash (25%) amended soil compared to the garden soil but these parameters were significantly decreased further with increase of fly ash concentrations. Furthermore, increase of activities of some antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase, ascorbate peroxidase, and guaiacol peroxidase over control were noticed in lemongrass under all fly ash treatments. Taken together, the study suggests that lemongrass can be used for phytoremediation of fly ash at 25% amended soil.     

Suitability of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri L.) cultivation on fly ash-amended soil for better growth and oil content

Abstract

Sustainable application of fly ash and its management in agriculture is a major challenge nowadays. A pot culture experiment was conducted to find out the most suitable level of fly ash application for soil amendments that can improve the plant growth and productivity of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri L.). After growing seedlings of B. monnieri under different levels of fly ash for 90?days, a significant increase in plant biomass, essential oil content and tolerance index (more than 100%) was observed under 25% of fly ash amended soil in comparison to garden soil and higher fly ash treatments. Leaf chlorophyll content and photosynthetic parameters were remained unchanged under 25% of fly ash as compared to seedlings grown on garden soil. However, these parameters were significantly declined under higher concentrations of fly ash treatments. Higher levels of fly ash caused oxidative damage and the induction of some antioxidative enzymes activities in B. monnieri indicates its capability to endure oxidative stress tolerance. Overall, our study showed that 25% of fly ash can be used as soil amendment for cultivation of B. monnieri L. leading to enhance plant biomass and essential oil production.     

Characteristics of boron accumulation by fly ash application in paddy soil

Fly ash has a high content of plant available silicate which is strongly needed for rice cultivation in Korea. One concern for plants grown on soils amended with fly ash is boron (B) toxicity because most of the fresh fly ash contains considerable B. This study was conducted in paddy soil to determine B uptake by rice and characteristics of B accumulation in soil after fly ash application (0, 40, 80, and 120 Mg fly ash ha⁻¹). In all fly ash treatments, B content in rice leaves and available B in soil at all growing stage were higher than those of control, but were not exceeded a toxicity levels. Boron occluded in amorphous Fe and Al oxides comprised ca. 20–39% of total B and was not affected by fly ash application. Most of the B was accumulated by fly ash application as a residual B which is plant-unavailable form, comprised >60% of the total B in soil. Thus, fly ash can be a good soil amendment for rice production without B toxicity.     

Fly ash effect on improving soil properties and rice productivity in Korean paddy soils

Paddy soils in Korea generally require the addition of Si to enhance rice productivity. Coal combustion fly ash, which has a high available Si content and alkaline pH, was selected as a potential source of Si in this study. Two field experiments were carried out to evaluate rice (Oryza sativa) productivity in silt loam and loamy sand soils to which 0, 40, 80, and 120 Mg ha(-1) of fly ash were added with 2 Mg ha(-1) Si as a control. Fly ash increased the soil pH and available Si and P contents of both soils. The amount of available B increased to a maximum of 2.57 mg kg(-1), and the B content of the rice plants increased to a maximum of 52-53 mg kg(-1) following the addition of 120 Mg ha(-1) fly ash. The rice plants did not show toxicity effects. The highest rice yields were achieved following the addition of around 90 Mg ha(-1) fly ash. The application of fly ash increased Si, P and K uptake by the rice plants, but did not result in an excessive uptake of heavy metals in the submerged paddy soil. In conclusion, fly ash could be a good supplement to other inorganic soil amendments to improve the nutrient balance in paddy soils.     

Soil properties and turf growth on a sandy soil amended with fly ash

Field lysimeters of a sandy soil were amended to a depth of 100 mm with four rates (0, 5, 10 and 20%, wt/wt) of fly ash, and effects on soil water content, nutrient leaching, turf growth and nutrition, and uptake of trace elements by turf were assessed. Measurements were taken for 70 days for lysimeters either planted with rhizomes of Cynodon dactylon(L.) Pers., cv. `Wintergreen', or left bare. When irrigated daily, soil water content increased progressively with increasing rates of fly ash and leachate volumes were decreased by 17–52% for lysimeters containing fly ash amended soil. Fertiliser was applied equivalent to 28.4 g N m<sup>–2</sup> and 10.3 g P m<sup>–2</sup> for the entire 70 days (including pre-plant application). Macronutrient concentrations in leaf tissue were within levels regarded as sufficient. Total dry mass (root plus shoot) decreased when fertiliser application rates were reduced by 25%, irrespective of fly ash treatment. In `bare' lysimeters containing fly ash amended soil, cumulative leaching of NO₃ ^–, NH₄ ⁺and P were 0.32–0.88 of the values in non-amended soil. When planted with turf, leaching of those nutrients was minimal (equivalent to 3% of total N applied) and leaching loses did not differ among fly ash rates. Extractable soil P levels were increased 2.5–4.5-fold in the fly ash amended zone, compared with non-amended soil. Root mass in the top 100 mm was 1.2–1.5-fold larger for turf in fly ash amended soil, compared to non-amended soil. The Se concentrations were higher in leaf tissue grown in fly ash amended soil (being at most 0.63 g g^–1), but there was no effect of fly ash amended soil on As, Ba, B, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Pb, Hg, Mn, Ni, Ag or Zn in leaf tissues. Thus, fly ash amendment may be a suitable management option for turf culture on sandy soils, since fly ash improved soil water holding capacity and root growth in the amended zone.     

粉煤灰改良砂姜黑土对麦田生态因子及重金属残留的影响

采用盆栽试验,研究了粉煤灰改良砂姜黑土对麦田生态因子及Cd、Cr、Pb、Hg和As残留的影响.结果表明,粉煤灰改良砂姜黑土可以降低土壤容重和土壤比重,减少土壤粘粒含量,增加土壤孔隙度和土壤渗透系数,提高耕层地温,促进土壤微生物活动和养分转化;土壤含水量高时具有散湿作用,土壤含水量低于10%后,具有保墒作用;在粉煤灰用量为6×10⁴～18×10⁴kg·hm^-2的条件下,土壤及小麦子粒中重金属元素的积累量远低于国际污染标准值,即在此范围内,施用粉煤灰改良砂姜黑土是安全可靠的.     

Reducing phosphorus release from paddy soils by a fly ash-gypsum mixture

A mixture of fly ash and phospho-gypsum (50:50, wtwt(-1)) was selected to study its potential to supply Ca and Si to rice while reducing B toxicity. We expected that the high Ca content in this mixture might convert water-soluble P to less soluble forms and thereby reduce the loss of soil P to surface runoff. The mixture was applied at rates of 0, 20, 40, and 60 Mgha(-1) in two paddy soils of contrasting textures (silt loam in Yehari and loamy sand in Daegok). The mixture significantly reduced water-soluble phosphate (W-P) in the surface soils by shifting from W-P and iron bound-P (Fe-P) to calcium bound-P (Ca-P) and aluminum bound-P (Al-P) during rice cultivation in both soils. Lancaster and Mehlich 3 extractable P increased significantly with application rate due to high contents of P and Si in the mixture. Mixtures of fly ash and phospho-gypsum should reduce P loss from rice paddy soils and increase soil fertility.     

粉煤灰基质上草坪草苗期生长状况及其评价

在未施肥的条件下,采用盆栽试验对粉煤灰、粉煤灰 泥炭土、粉煤灰 黄砂土、泥炭土、黄砂土5种基质上8种草坪草的苗期生长状况进行了研究。结果表明,白三叶、红三叶、黑麦草、高羊茅和马蹄金种子在粉煤灰基质上出苗快,其出苗率、苗高、分蘖数均高于粉煤灰 泥炭土和粉煤灰 黄砂土基质;但在后期出现叶片纤细、叶绿色浅淡。剪股颖在粉煤灰基质上出苗率低,结缕草和紫羊茅在粉煤灰基质上不出苗。     

Effect of Ash Pond Soil and Amendments on the Growth and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Colonization of Allium cepa and Germination of Arachis hypogaea,Lycopersicon esculentum,and Vigna mungo Seeds

The effect of fly ash pond soil on the growth and yield of onion (Allium cepa var. microaggregatum) plants grown in pots was investigated. The fly ash pond soil was amended with combinations of red soil and press mud, a waste product from sugar mills. Water-holding capacity of ash pond soil amended with press mud increased; however, addition of press mud delayed onion bulb development. Onion bulb germination took place rapidly in ash pond soil; however, subsequent bulb development declined. The addition of red soil and press mud increased the growth and yield of onion plants. In all the soils and amendments, onion plant roots were colonized by native arbuscular mycorrhizal species. Both vesicles and arbuscules were present in the roots. Colonization was low in ash pond soil but increased with the addition of red soil. Effect of fly ash pond soil on germination of groundnut (Arachis hypogaea), tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum), and black gram (Vigna mungo) seeds was evaluated and compared with red soil in the laboratory. Ash pond soil increased the germination of tomato seeds but did not affect the germination of groundnut and black gram seeds.     

Effects of different treatments of fly ash and mining soil on growth and antioxidant protection of Indian wild rice

The aim of the present study was investigation of the effects of fly ash and mining soil on growth and antioxidant protection of two cultivars of Indian wild rice (Oryza nivara and Oryza rufipogon) for possible phytoremediation and restoration of metal-contaminated site. In this study, Indian wild rice showed significant changes in germination, growth, and biochemical parameters after exposure to different ratio of fly ash and mining soil with garden soil. There was significant reduction of germination, fresh weight, dry weight, leaf chlorophyll content, leaf area, Special Analysis Device Chlorophyll (SPAD) Index, proteins, and activities of antioxidant enzymes in both cultivars of the wild rice grown in 100% fly ash and mining soil compared to the plants grown in 100% garden soil. Results from this study showed that in both cultivars of wild rice, all growth and antioxidant parameters increased when grown in 50% fly ash and mining soil. Taken together, Indian wild rice has the capacity to tolerate 50% of fly ash and mining soil, and can be considered as a good candidate for possible phytoremediation of contaminated soils.     

Turf culture under declining volume and frequency of irrigation on a sandy soil amended with fly ash

The effects of four rates (0, 5, 10 and 20%, wt/wt) of fly ash amendment in a sandy soil (top 100–120 mm) on soil properties, turf (Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers., cv. Wintergreen) water relations, growth and colour, were assessed during 84 days of irrigation treatments (irrigated daily, every 3^rd day, or every 4^th day) imposed during summer in a Mediterranean-type climate. In plots irrigated at 40% of net evaporation summed and applied every 3^rd day: (i) soil water contents were 14–33% higher in the fly ash amended soil zone when compared to values in plots with non-amended soil; (ii) soil water content below the root zone (i.e., 1500 mm) during that period remained low (being only 1–2% above the permanent wilting point), indicating minimal, if any, deep drainage. Extractable soil P was 2.0- to 3.8-fold higher in the fly ash amended soil compared to non-amended soil. By contrast extractable P was 1.7- to 2.1-fold higher in the soil 100–500 mm below the surface in non-amended plots, compared with fly ash amended plots. Irrigation at 40% replacement of net evaporation summed and applied every 3^rd day did not adversely impact on turf growth or colour, when compared to plots irrigated daily, irrespective of fly ash treatments. However, extending irrigations (at 40% of net evaporation) to every 4^th day reduced turf growth and colour, but the turf recovered fully from the mild water stress within 21 days of being irrigated daily at 100% replacement of net evaporation. Therefore, 40% replacement of net evaporation summed and applied every 3^rd day was a suitable watering schedule for maintenance of turf, with minimal risks of deep drainage.     

Gypsum amendment to soil can reduce selenium uptake by alfalfa grown in the presence of coal fly ash

Experiments in the field and greenhouse were conducted in the presence of coal fly ash to determine whether gypsum can reduce Se concentration in alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.). In the field experiment, conducted at a coal fly ash landfill, 11.2 t ha^-1 gypsum was applied to soil as a top dressing to test the effect of gypsum in reducing selenium (Se) concentration in aboveground plant tissue. There were four treatment combinations of gypsum over a two year period, 1990 and 1991: (0, 0), (0, 11.2) (11.2, 0) and (11.2, 11.2). In 1991, the Se concentration was lower in alfalfa grown with gypsum regardless of whether the gypsum was applied in both years or in only one year, indicating that the effect of gypsum application in the first year persisted into the second year. Since there was no increase in aboveground biomass with added gypsum, differences in Se concentration reflect a competitive interaction between S and Se. In the greenhouse experiment, 12 soil treatments were tested: three levels of fly ash (0, 10 and 20%) in combination with each of four levels of gypsum (0, 2.5, 5, and 7.5%). The Se concentration in alfalfa grown in 10% fly ash declined linearly with increasing gypsum dose, resulting in a reduction in Se concentration of 0.04±0.02 μg g^-1 for each 1% gypsum added for the first harvest and 0.06±0.03 μg g^-1 for each 1% gypsum added in the second harvest. Based on these results, gypsum may prove useful as a management tool to reduce the uptake of Se by plants growing on coal fly ash landfills. ei]H Lambers     

Effect of fly ash, organic wastes and chemical fertilizers on yield, nutrient uptake, heavy metal content and residual fertility in a rice-mustard cropping sequence under acid lateritic soils

A field experiment was conducted for two years in sandy loam acid lateritic soil to study the direct effect of fly ash, organic wastes and chemical fertilizers on rice (Oryza sativa) and their residual effect on mustard (Brassica napus var glauca) grown in sequence. Rice yields were higher when fly ash, organic wastes and chemical fertilizers were used in an integrated manner as compared to sole application of chemical fertilizers. Yields of mustard were also higher under the residual effect of the former rather than the latter. However, this beneficial residual effect under integrated nutrient sources was inadequate for the mustard crop in the low fertility test soil. Hence, direct application of fertilizers was needed, in addition to residual fertility. The effect of fly ash on mean rice equivalent yield of the rice–mustard cropping sequence was highest (up to 14%) when it was used in combination with organic wastes and chemical fertilizers. While the yield increase was 10% when it was used in combination with only chemical fertilizers. The minimum yield advantage, 3%, occurred when fly ash was applied alone. The equivalent yield of the rice–mustard cropping sequence was equally influenced by either of the organic wastes. Cadmium and Ni content in rice grain and straw were less under the direct effect of fly ash. The residual effect on mustard was similar for Ni content in seed and stover; however, Cd content was increased. Beneficial residual soil chemical properties in terms of pH, organic carbon and available N, P and K were noted for integrated nutrient treatments involved fly ash, organic wastes and chemical fertilizers as compared to continuous use of only chemical fertilizers. Application of fly ash alone was effective in raising soil available P. Thus, integrated use of fly ash, organic wastes and chemical fertilizers was beneficial in improving crop yield, soil pH, organic carbon and available N, P and K in sandy loam acid lateritic soil.     

Effects of fly ash and Helminthosporium oryzae on growth and yield of three cultivars of rice

A 120-day greenhouse experiment was conducted to study the effects of various fly ash concentrations (0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100% vol/vol) with normal field soil and Helminthosporium oryzae on the growth and yield of three cultivars (Pusa Basmati, Pant-4 and Pant-10) of rice, Oryza sativa L. Application of 20% and 40% fly ash with soil caused a significant increase in plant growth and yield of all the three cultivars. Forty percent fly ash caused a higher increase in growth and yield than did 20%. Sixty percent, 80% and 100% fly ash had an adverse effect on growth and yield of all the three cultivars, the maximum being with 100% fly ash. Inoculation of H. oryzae had an adverse effect on the growth and yield, Pant-10 suffered higher damage by H. oryzae than Pusa Basmati and Pant-4. Pant-10 also exhibited higher infected leaf area and greater disease symptoms of H. oryzae than did Pusa Basmati and Pant-4. Plants grown in 100% fly ash suffered higher reductions in growth and yield with H. oryzae than plants grown in pure soil or in 20% or 40% fly ash. In general, plant growth was best in Pusa Basmati followed by Pant-4 and Pant-10, while yield was higher in Pant-4 followed by Pant-10 and Pusa Basmati.     

粉煤灰基质-草坪砖栽培环境对坪草生长的影响

为了解决停车场、甬路、渠坝与草坪争地的矛盾,增加城市绿地面积,在已研究粉煤灰草坪基质最佳混合比例的基础上,进一步探讨草坪砖作为草坪栽培环境(砖孔内填人粉煤灰混合基质,简称砖孔环境)的肥力效应与生物效应。为了对比分析,特此设置了土孔环境(在土壤中挖取与草坪砖形状和容积相同的孔并填入粉煤灰混合基质)与土灰环境(在粉煤灰混合基质中按照草坪砖孔模式划出同样大小的圈)种植黑麦草作为对照。研究结果表明：坪草N、K、Na、Cu、Zn等含量以砖孔环境最高,土灰环境和土孔环境较低,差异显著,说明砖孔环境能为植物生长提供较多的养分元素;砖孔环境中的坪草含有的Fe、Cu、Zn浓度远高于坪草最佳需求量,今后不再需要补充铁肥、铜肥和锌肥。试验还表明砖孔环境的蒸散率最小,基质含水量最大,基质势最高,持续供水能力强,抗旱效果十分明显。砖孔环境与土孔环境中的草坪草屑累积量差异不显著,但均比土灰环境中的高,且差异显著。夏季高温期砖孔环境中的草坪质量显著高于土孔环境和土灰环境中的草坪质量。     

Organic emissions from petroleum‐contaminated soil fixed in concrete

This study investigated a solidification treatment process for soils that are contaminated with hydrocarbons at levels of 0.5 and 3.0% by weight of benzene. The contaminated soils were bound in a concrete matrix and the migration of organics from the concrete to air was evaluated. If the hydrocarbon emissions are sufficiently attenuated, the concrete containing such contaminated soil can be used for exterior construction applications.

The experimental specimens consisted of concrete mixtures in which 40% of the sand was replaced with the contaminated soil. The mixtures’ ratio of cement, aggregate, sand, and water is 1:1.5:1.5:0.5 by weight. The study included specimens with and without class C fly ash replacing 10% of the cement. In addition, two unfixed control specimens were prepared for each contamination level. The concrete‐soil mixtures were placed in sealed jars and air was passed through the head space of the jars and then through carbon adsorption tubes for measurement of contaminant flux from the surface of the specimens. Measurements were made during and after concrete curing. The results were fitted to a Fickian diffusion model to estimate effective diffusivity in the concrete‐soil specimens.

The test results showed that the effective diffusivity of the contaminant within the concrete was reduced by three to five orders of magnitude over the molecular diffusivities in unfixed contaminated soil used as control. It was observed that the presence of fly ash in the concrete affects the hydrocarbon release and causes an additional decrease in effective diffusivity of about one order of magnitude. Contaminant emissions during the curing phase were found to exceed rates predicted by the Fickian model. This is apparently due to the water used in the concrete. Total emissions, however, never exceeded values emitted from the unfixed controls. This study indicates that fixation of low hydrocarbon levels within concrete is a technically viable and safe technology for recycling petroleum‐contaminated soil.     

Effects of Soil Components and Liming Effect of CCA-Wood Ash upon Leaching of Cu,Cr, and As from CCA-Wood Ash in Ultisol Soil

The burning of wood that has been chemically treated with chromated copper arsenate (CCA) produces an ash containing high concentrations of copper, chromium, and arsenic (CCA-metals). The rainwater-leaching of these metals from burn sites can produce increased soil and water contamination. Soil systems have varying natural abilities to retard leaching and they also impact metals speciation and toxicity through sorption, conversion, and sedimentation-related mechanisms. Recent regulations restricting the use of CCA-treatment have resulted in increased quantities of CCA-treated lumber entering the waste stream, making studies of metals leaching from CCA-wood ash and soil/CCA-wood ash systems important areas of investigation.

Wood ash composition, soil composition, and CCA-metals speciation are all important factors determining the degree of the metal mobility in a soil system containing metals leached from CCA-wood ash. The CCA-metals composition of CCA-wood ash was determined by analytical methods. Both pH and batch leaching studies were used to postulate mobility mechanisms within the CCA-wood ash/soil system. The contrasting effects of untreated-wood ash and CCA-wood ash on soil components are presented in order to assess the potential for enhancement of immobilization mechanisms that increase the soil system retardance of CCA-metals mobility.

Results of this investigation show that the Ultisol test soil retards the mobility of As and Cr compared to CCA-wood ash alone, while Cu mobility is increased in the presence of the Ultisol test soil. Experimental results show that the alkalinity of a CCA-wood ash/Ultisol soil system is lower than that of an untreated-wood ash/Ultisol soil system. This indicates a difference in chemical composition and the potential consumption of hydroxyl ions during treatment by the retardance mechanisms affecting Cr and As mobility. Therefore, the study of these contaminated soil systems and the potential enhancement of immobilization mechanisms are important areas of investigation.     

Contrasting effects of maize residue,coal gas residue and their biochars on nutrient mineralization,enzyme activities and CO2 emissions in sandy loess soil

Mismanagement of crop straw and coal gas residue threatens the atmosphere and the economy. Nevertheless, thermal-pyrolysis is an option for management that turns bio-waste into biochar; its viability and adoption by the public as soil amendments is dependent on the agronomic and environmental values compared between biochar and the raw materials. We undertook a 60-day short-term analysis to assess the impact of various wastes and biochars, as well as inorganic nutrients (N), on carbon dioxide (CO₂) fluxes, soil enzyme activities, soil fertility status, and microbial activities. There were eight treatments of soil amendments: without an amendment (CK), Nutrients (N), straw + nutrients (S+N), straw biochar + nutrients (SB+N), coal gas residue + nutrients (C+N), coal gas residue biochar + nutrients (CB+N), straw + straw biochar + nutrients (S+SB+N) and coal gas residue waste + coal gas residue biochar + nutrients (C+ CB +N). The results indicated that soil EC, pH, nitrate N (NO₃^–- N), SOC, TN and available K were significantly (p < 0.05) increased coal gas residue biochar and combined with coal fly ash as compared to maize straw biochar and combined with maize straw and N treatments. The higher concentrations of soil MBC and MBN activities were increased in the maize straw application, while higher soil enzyme activity such as, invertase, urease and catalase were enhanced in the coal fly ash derived biochar treatments. The higher cumulative CO₂ emissions were recorded in the combined applications of maize straw and its biochar as well as coal gas residue and its biochar treatment. Our study concludes, that maize straw and coal fly ash wastes were converted into biochar product could be a feasible substitute way of discarding, since land amendment and decreased CO₂ fluxes and positive changes in soil microbial, and chemical properties, and can be confirmed under long-term conditions for reduction of economical and environment issues.