| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4374219 | Ecological Indicators | 2010 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The heavy metal accumulation in epiphytic lichens along the Sarp-Samsun Highway in Black Sea Region of Turkey was analyzed by using energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (FAAS) methods. The analysis showed that the lichen samples contained elevated concentrations of the following metals: titanium, chromium, manganese, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper, zinc, tin, barium, and lead. A strong positive correlation was observed between the lead concentration of the lichens and the traffic density.
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Authors
B. Koz, N. Celik, U. Cevik,