Assessment of soil and plant cover contamination by heavy metals of the Bolshoi Solovetsky Island.

A study of the Bolshoi Solovetsky Island reveals significant heavy metal contamination in both soil and plant cover, with notable accumulation of lead (Pb), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), titanium (Ti), manganese (Mn), and vanadium (V). While most soil samples showed acceptable levels, two areas were classified as extremely hazardous. Plant cover exhibited strong contamination across multiple metals, indicating severe environmental impact. The research, part of an educational project analyzing the Solovetsky Archipelago's unique heritage, used comprehensive sampling to assess heavy metal concentrations in surface soils and vegetation.

Popova, L., Andreeva, Y., & Nikitina, M. (2016). Assessment of soil and plant cover contamination by heavy metals of the Bolshoi Solovetsky Island. Principles of the Ecology, 18(2), 62–69. https://doi.org/10.15393/j1.art.2016.5002