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VOL. 9, ISSUE 5 (2024)
Evaluation of acute toxicity of copper sulphate on the gills of fresh water mussel, Lamellidens marginalis
Authors
Reeta Singh Rawat, Amrita Singh
Abstract
A moderate amount of copper in the ecosystem
is vital for the metabolism and normal growth of living organisms. However,
elevated levels of copper and its compounds in the environment, particularly in
water bodies, can become toxicants. The high levels of copper in water bodies,
impose a significant hazard to the wellbeing of underwater plant life and
animal populations, given its toxic properties and tendency to accumulate. Copper and their compounds
are used in many industries for many purposes. Through precipitation, copper
enters water bodies from sources such as mining, fossil fuel combustion, and
direct industrial waste disposal. Molluscs have been extensively utilized in
assessing toxicity and implementing water quality management programs.
Freshwater mussels serve as significant bioindicators of environmental
contaminants. Monitoring behavioural and histopathological alterations in
various body parts of freshwater mussels can provide sensitive indicators of
stress induced by toxicants. Exposure of the freshwater mussel, Lamellidens
marginalis to acute concentrations of copper sulphate at different time
intervals resulted in histological changes in the gills. Histopathological
investigations aid in evaluating tissue damage in the gills caused by the toxic
effects of copper sulphate.
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Pages:37-40
How to cite this article:
Reeta Singh Rawat, Amrita Singh "Evaluation of acute toxicity of copper sulphate on the gills of fresh water mussel, <i>Lamellidens marginalis</i>". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 5, 2024, Pages 37-40
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