Thursday, 24 April 2014

Predicting bioavailable cadmium levels in soils

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Predicting bioavailable cadmium levels in soils
Madison WI (SPX) Apr 22, 2014 - New Zealand's pastoral landscapes are some of the loveliest in the world, but they also contain a hidden threat. Many of the country's pasture soils have become enriched in cadmium. Grasses take up this toxic heavy metal, which is then eaten by the cattle and sheep that graze them. The problem is not unique to New Zealand; cadmium-enriched soils being reported worldwide. The concern is tha ... more


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