Evaluation of Manganese (Mn) Pollution through Topsoil Analysis in Area of Trabzon
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Heavy Metals, Manganese, Soil Pollution, Urban Pollution, Environmental MonitoringAbstract
This study aims to determine manganese (Mn) pollution levels in Trabzon by analyzing topsoil
samples. The primary sources of heavy metal pollution include mining activities, industrial facilities, traffic,
and urban areas. Urban areas with high population density are particularly significant in terms of heavy
metal pollution, making it crucial to identify regions with elevated pollution levels. Topsoil analysis is a
widely used method for this purpose, as heavy metals in the air settle onto the soil surface due to gravity
and accumulate there. In this study, the area was divided into sub-regions, and a total of 200 soil samples
were collected to determine Mn concentrations. The results indicated that Mn concentrations were higher
overall in the region. Selecting the most appropriate plants to reduce Mn pollution in the air and
implementing them in areas with high Mn pollution could help mitigate this issue. In areas with high traffic
density, plant selection should prioritize species that accumulate heavy metals effectively, especially for
roadside medians and pavements, as studies suggest that traffic is the primary source of airborne heavy
metal pollution in urban areas.
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