Accumulation, metabolism, and effects of organochlorine insecticides on microorganisms

The effects of organochlorine insecticides on populations of microorganisms have received considerable attention. The cytological and biochemical effects of these insecticides are important in order to understand their mode of action. Thus, the compilation of data pertaining to cytological and bioch...

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Published in:Microbiological reviews 1982-01, Vol.46 (1), p.95-127
Main Authors: Lal, R, Saxena, D M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aldrin - metabolism
Animals
Bacteria - drug effects
Bacteria - metabolism
Cell Membrane - drug effects
Chlordecone - metabolism
DDT - metabolism
Dieldrin - metabolism
Eukaryota - metabolism
Heptachlor - metabolism
Insecticides - metabolism
Insecticides - pharmacology
Lindane - metabolism
Mirex - metabolism
Photosynthesis - drug effects
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Summary:The effects of organochlorine insecticides on populations of microorganisms have received considerable attention. The cytological and biochemical effects of these insecticides are important in order to understand their mode of action. Thus, the compilation of data pertaining to cytological and biochemical effects of organochlorine insecticides is needed. The present review aims to bring together the available information on the accumulation, metabolism, and effects of the organochlorine insecticides in relation to microorganisms.
ISSN:0146-0749
DOI:10.1128/mmbr.46.1.95-127.1982