ISSN:
1432-072X
Keywords:
Lindane
;
Soil Microorganisms
;
Interaction
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Bacteria
;
Fungi
;
Respiration
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Chloride
;
Degradation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract Three lindane (γ-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane) treated soils were studied under laboratory conditions to determine the interaction between lindane and the soil microorganisms. Microbial populations and respiration were monitored to study insecticide effects. Formation of lindane degradation products and chloride content were examined to determine effects of the microorganisms. Some populations in lindane treated soils showed temporary declines but all ultimately recovered to at least the level of the controls in 16 weeks. Respiration was stimulated over a 9-week period especially in the sandy and clay loams, suggesting the possibility of microbial degradation of the insecticide. Lindane degradation products separated and identified by TLC included γ-2,3,4,5,6-pentachloro-1-cyclohexene (γ-PCCH), α-3,4,5,6-tetrachloro-1-cyclohexene (α-TCCH), γ-3,4,5,6-tetrachloro-1-cyclohexene (γ-TCCH), and pentachlorobenzene (PCB). Chloride production increased in soils treated with higher levels of lindane.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00447127
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