The Influence of Pb and Zn Contaminated soil on the Germination and Growth of Bambara Nut (<i>Vigna subterranea</i>)

This research work takes a look at the possible phytotoxic effects of Pb and Zn as Pb(NO3)2 and Zn(NO3)2 on Bambara nut (Vigna subterranea) planted in polluted. Lead and zinc are common environmental contaminant found in soils. Unlike Zn, Pb has no biological role, and is potentially toxic to micro...

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Main Authors: EO Oladele, T Yahaya, PGC Odeigah, IA Taiwo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Joint Coordination Centre of the World Bank assisted National Agricultural Research Programme (NARP) 2017-08-01
Series:Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management
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Online Access:https://www.ajol.info/index.php/jasem/article/view/160212