Toxicity of Bauxite Manufacturing By-products in Sea Urchin Embryos (original) (raw)

2002, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety

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This study investigates the toxicity of by-products from a bauxite manufacturing plant in Seydis :ehir, Turkey, with comparative analysis from plants in France, Greece, and Italy. Adverse effects on sea urchin embryos were a focus, assessing endpoints like developmental toxicity and fertilization success. Results showed that inorganic content, particularly Al and Fe, correlated with increased toxicity levels, suggesting variability in toxicity linked to ore composition and disposal processes.