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Microbiology of a pesticide disposal pit

The microbial activity in a concrete-lined pesticide disposal pit in Iowa has been monitored since its construction in 1969 and resident microbial populations were determined after 8 years of use. The number of isolates from soil and rock surfaces are presented; the most common groups were Bacillus...

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Published in:Bulletin of environmental contamination and toxicology 1980-01, Vol.25 (3), p.448-455
Main Authors: Johnson, L M, Hartman, P A
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The microbial activity in a concrete-lined pesticide disposal pit in Iowa has been monitored since its construction in 1969 and resident microbial populations were determined after 8 years of use. The number of isolates from soil and rock surfaces are presented; the most common groups were Bacillus spp. in soil and Pseudomonas spp. on rock . The data indicate substantial biological activity in the pit and gas chromatography revealed that there has been no long-term accumulation of any pesticide.
ISSN:0007-4861
1432-0800
DOI:10.1007/BF01985553