Antioxidant response of Lepidium sativum L. to oxidative stress induced by exposure to chosen heavy metals

Soil contamination with heavy metals is a significant concern, resulting in adverse effects on soil properties and limitations on both its productivity and its environmental capabilities. The aim of this study was to determine the response of Lepidium sativum L. to oxidative stress induced by the addition of zinc (Zn), nickel (Ni) and copper (Cu) separately to the soil in which the plants were cultivated. The range of metal ion concentrations was determined in accordance with the soil quality standards set by the Ministry of Environmental Regulation (Dz.U.02.165.1359) on September 9, 2002. The quantity and activity of selected antioxidants belonging to enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidant systems were then evaluated.

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