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The aim is to assess the effectiveness of biochar in mitigating the effects of cadmium and microplastics on soil and plant health.

June 19, 2026Environmental Engineering ResearchOpen Access

Biochar mitigates the interactive effects of microplastics and cadmium pollution on soil characteristics and Pak choi (Brassica rapa chinensis L) growth

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MTMuhammad TariqJiangsu University ZKZia Ullah KhanHazara University AKAli Raza KhanJiangsu University

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Randomized trial evaluates biochar effectiveness in improving soil health and Pak choi growth amidst cadmium and microplastics contamination, suggesting significant implications for agricultural...

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The aim is to assess the effectiveness of biochar in mitigating the effects of cadmium and microplastics on soil and plant health.
Conducted a factorial pot experiment with four types of biochars from different plant materials.
Examined soil and plant responses after growing Pak choi in contaminated soil.
Analyzed soil properties and plant physiological indices, including antioxidant enzyme activities.
SBU-BC increased Pak choi biomass by 15.5%.
Reduced cadmium accumulation in plant shoots and roots by nearly 20%.
Enhanced soil nutrient availability, particularly cation exchange capacity and nitrate levels.

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Tariq et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a34dec865a5b0777af2e065 https://doi.org/10.4491/eer.2025.393

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Randomized trial evaluates biochar effectiveness in improving soil health and Pak choi growth amidst cadmium and microplastics contamination, suggesting significant implications for agricultural...

Biochar mitigates the interactive effects of microplastics and cadmium pollution on soil characteristics and Pak choi (Brassica rapa chinensis L) growth

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Biochar mitigates the interactive effects of microplastics and cadmium pollution on soil characteristics and Pak choi (Brassica rapa chinensis L) growth

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