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Comprehensive analysis of biochemical responses in a soil collembola (Cyphoderusjavanus borner, 1906) exposed to lead-contaminated garden soil: Implications for soil health and ecological risk assessment
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Priyanka Sarangi, Partha Pratim Chakravorty, Bhabatosh Das
Abstract
Thisstudy elucidates the biochemical stress responses of the
microarthropod species Cyphoderusjavanus Borner when subjected to
sublethal doses of lead-treated garden soil under tropical conditions.
Specimens were maintained in an environmental chamber at a stable temperature
of 28°C ± 0.5°C, with distilled water periodically added to ensure consistent
moisture levels. The study aimed to investigate the impact of chronic lead
exposure on C. javanus by assessing biomarkers associated with
antioxidant defenses and detoxification processes, specifically measuring
levels of glutathione (GSH), glutathione-S-transferases (GST),
acetylcholinesterase (AChE), and metallothionein (MT) to determine biochemical
stress responses.The findings revealed significant alterations in these biomarkers,
suggesting that lead exposure induced substantial toxicity in C. javanus.These
findings draw attention to the possible impacts of heavy metal pollution in
soil ecosystems, highlighting the damaging consequences on soil collembola,
which are essential for preserving soil health and ecosystem functionality.The
multi-biomarker approach provides a comprehensive assessment of the
environmental stress imposed by lead contamination, underscoring the importance
of using multiple indicators to evaluate ecological risks.
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Pages:58-65
How to cite this article:
Priyanka Sarangi, Partha Pratim Chakravorty, Bhabatosh Das "Comprehensive analysis of biochemical responses in a soil collembola (<i>Cyphoderusjavanus</i> borner, 1906) exposed to lead-contaminated garden soil: Implications for soil health and ecological risk assessment". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 10, 2024, Pages 58-65
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