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HEAVY METALS ACCUMULATION IN SOIL AND PLANTS IN A LEAD OLD MINE: PROSPECTS FOR PHYTOREMEDIATION

Joao Pratas

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Title
HEAVY METALS ACCUMULATION IN SOIL AND PLANTS IN A LEAD OLD MINE: PROSPECTS FOR PHYTOREMEDIATION
Authors
Joao Pratas
Proceedings
14th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference SGEM 2014, Ecology, Environmental Economics, Education, and Legislation, Vol. 14, Book 5, Volume 1
Publisher
Stef92 Technology
Year
2014
Pages
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ISSN
1314-2704
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Language
en
Publication type
Conference Paper
Proceedings volume
14th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference SGEM 2014, Ecology, Environmental Economics, Education, and Legislation, Vol. 14, Book 5, Volume 1 · Issue Book 5, Volume 1
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