A Physiological behavior and tolerance of Lactuca sativa to lead nitrate and silver nitrate heavy metals / Comportamento fisiológico e tolerância de Lactuca sativa aos metais pesados nitrato de chumbo e nitrato de prata

This study goal to evaluate the effects of different concentrations of lead (Pb) and silver (Ag) on germination, initial growth and anatomical alterations of Lactuca sativa L. Plants use various mechanisms to reduce the impacts caused by anthropic action, such as xenobiotic elements of soils and water contaminated by heavy metals. These metals were supplied as lead nitrate and silver nitrate and the following treatments were established: control for both metals, maximum dose of heavy metals, for arable soils, allowed by the National Council of the Environment (Ag = 25 mg. Kg-¹, Pb = 180 mg. Kg-¹), double (Ag = 50 mg. Kg-¹, Pb = 360 mg. Kg-¹) and triple (Ag = 75 mg. Kg-¹, Pb = 540 mg. Kg-¹) of this dosage. Vigor and germination tests of the seeds and possible anatomical changes in the leaves and roots of lettuce plants were performed. The species showed a high capacity to germinate under Pb and Ag stress, and the germination was never completely inhibited; however, the germination decreased with increasing Pb concentrations, but not under Ag stress. The use of increasing doses of metals reduced seed vigor and increased chlorophyll content. An increase in biomass was also observed in plants from treatments submitted to Pb. The phytotoxic effects of metals were more pronounced at 15 days after sowing. Anatomically, L. sativa was influenced by metal concentrations, and had a reduction of up to 79.9% in root epidermis thickness at the highest Pb concentration, although some structures did not suffer significant changes. The results suggest that L. sativa presents tolerance to high concentrations of heavy metals, showing possible mechanisms to overcome the stress caused by these metals. In this research lettuce possibly used the mechanism of exclusion of metals retaining Pb and Ag in the roots preserving the photosynthetic apparatus in the aerial part of the plants. In general, the chemical element Pb was more toxic than Ag, in these experimental conditions.

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar os efeitos de diferentes concentrações de chumbo (Pb) e prata (Ag) na germinação, crescimento inicial e alterações anatômicas de Lactuca sativa L. As plantas utilizam vários mecanismos para reduzir os impactos causados pela ação antrópica, como elementos xenobióticos de solos e água contaminada por metais pesados. Esses metais foram fornecidos como nitrato de chumbo e nitrato de prata e foram estabelecidos os seguintes tratamentos:controle para ambos os metais, dose máxima de metais pesados, para solos cultiváveis, permitida pelo Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente (Ag = 25mg.Kg-¹, Pb = 180mg.Kg-¹), dobro (Ag = 50mg.Kg-¹, Pb = 360mg.Kg-¹) e triplo (Ag = 75mg.Kg-¹, Pb = 540 mg.Kg-¹) desta dosagem. Foram realizados testes de vigor e germinação das sementes e possíveis alterações anatômicas nas folhas e raízes das plantas de alface. A espécie apresentou alta capacidade de germinar sob estresse de Ag e Pb, e a germinação nunca foi completamente inibida; entretanto, a germinação diminuiu com o aumento das concentrações de Pb, mas não sob estresse de Ag. O uso de doses crescentes dos metais, reduziu o vigor das sementes e aumentou o teor de clorofila. Também foi observado aumento da biomassa nas plantas a partir dos tratamentos submetidos ao Pb. Os efeitos fitotóxicos dos metais foram mais acentuados aos 15 dias após a semeadura. Anatomicamente, L. sativa foi influenciada pelas concentrações de metais, e teve uma redução de até 79,9% na espessura da epiderme radicular na maior concentração de Pb, embora algumas estruturas não tenham sofrido alterações significativas. Os resultados sugerem que L. sativa apresenta tolerância a altas concentrações de metais pesados, mostrando possíveis mecanismos para superar o estresse causado por esses metais. Nesta pesquisa a alface possivelmente utilizou o mecanismo de exclusão de metais retendo Pb e Ag nas raízes preservando o aparato [...].

A Physiological behavior and tolerance of Lactuca sativa to lead nitrate and silver nitrate heavy metals

Abstract This study goal to evaluate the effects of different concentrations of lead (Pb) and silver (Ag) on germination, initial growth and anatomical alterations of Lactuca sativa L. Plants use various mechanisms to reduce the impacts caused by anthropic action, such as xenobiotic elements of soils and water contaminated by heavy metals. These metals were supplied as lead nitrate and silver nitrate and the following treatments were established: control for both metals, maximum dose of heavy metals, for arable soils, allowed by the National Council of the Environment (Ag = 25 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 180 mg. Kg-1), double (Ag = 50 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 360 mg. Kg-1) and triple (Ag = 75 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 540 mg. Kg -1) of this dosage. Vigor and germination tests of the seeds and possible anatomical changes in the leaves and roots of lettuce plants were performed. The species showed a high capacity to germinate under Pb and Ag stress, and the germination was never completely inhibited; however, the germination decreased with increasing Pb concentrations, but not under Ag stress. The use of increasing doses of metals reduced seed vigor and increased chlorophyll content. An increase in biomass was also observed in plants from treatments submitted to Pb. The phytotoxic effects of metals were more pronounced at 15 days after sowing. Anatomically, L. sativa was influenced by metal concentrations, and had a reduction of up to 79.9% in root epidermis thickness at the highest Pb concentration, although some structures did not suffer significant changes. The results suggest that L. sativa presents tolerance to high concentrations of heavy metals, showing possible mechanisms to overcome the stress caused by these metals. In this research lettuce possibly used the mechanism of exclusion of metals retaining Pb and Ag in the roots preserving the photosynthetic apparatus in the aerial part of the plants. In general, the chemical element Pb was more toxic than Ag, in these experimental conditions.

Resumo Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar os efeitos de diferentes concentrações de chumbo (Pb) e prata (Ag) na germinação, crescimento inicial e alterações anatômicas de Lactuca sativa L. As plantas utilizam vários mecanismos para reduzir os impactos causados pela ação antrópica, como elementos xenobióticos de solos e água contaminada por metais pesados. Esses metais foram fornecidos como nitrato de chumbo e nitrato de prata e foram estabelecidos os seguintes tratamentos: controle para ambos os metais, dose máxima de metais pesados, para solos cultiváveis, permitida pelo Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente (Ag = 25 mg.Kg-1, Pb = 180 mg.Kg-1), dobro (Ag = 50 mg.Kg-1, Pb = 360 mg.Kg-1) e triplo (Ag = 75 mg.Kg-1, Pb = 540 mg.Kg -1) desta dosagem. Foram realizados testes de vigor e germinação das sementes e possíveis alterações anatômicas nas folhas e raízes das plantas de alface. A espécie apresentou alta capacidade de germinar sob estresse de Ag e Pb, e a germinação nunca foi completamente inibida; entretanto, a germinação diminuiu com o aumento das concentrações de Pb, mas não sob estresse de Ag. O uso de doses crescentes dos metais, reduziu o vigor das sementes e aumentou o teor de clorofila. Também foi observado aumento da biomassa nas plantas a partir dos tratamentos submetidos ao Pb. Os efeitos fitotóxicos dos metais foram mais acentuados aos 15 dias após a semeadura. Anatomicamente, L. sativa foi influenciada pelas concentrações de metais, e teve uma redução de até 79,9% na espessura da epiderme radicular na maior concentração de Pb, embora algumas estruturas não tenham sofrido alterações significativas. Os resultados sugerem que L. sativa apresenta tolerância a altas concentrações de metais pesados, mostrando possíveis mecanismos para superar o estresse causado por esses metais. Nesta pesquisa a alface possivelmente utilizou o mecanismo de exclusão de metais retendo Pb e Ag nas raízes preservando o aparato fotossintético na parte aérea das plantas. De forma geral o elemento químico Pb se mostrou mais tóxico que Ag, nestas condições experimentais.

A Physiological behavior and tolerance of Lactuca sativa to lead nitrate and silver nitrate heavy metals / Comportamento fisiológico e tolerância de Lactuca sativa aos metais pesados nitrato de chumbo e nitrato de prata

This study goal to evaluate the effects of different concentrations of lead (Pb) and silver (Ag) on germination, initial growth and anatomical alterations of Lactuca sativa L. Plants use various mechanisms to reduce the impacts caused by anthropic action, such as xenobiotic elements of soils and water contaminated by heavy metals. These metals were supplied as lead nitrate and silver nitrate and the following treatments were established: control for both metals, maximum dose of heavy metals, for arable soils, allowed by the National Council of the Environment (Ag = 25 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 180 mg. Kg-1), double (Ag = 50 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 360 mg. Kg-1) and triple (Ag = 75 mg. Kg-1, Pb = 540 mg. Kg -1) of this dosage. Vigor and germination tests of the seeds and possible anatomical changes in the leaves and roots of lettuce plants were performed. The species showed a high capacity to germinate under Pb and Ag stress, and the germination was never completely inhibited; however, the germination decreased with increasing Pb concentrations, but not under Ag stress. The use of increasing doses of metals reduced seed vigor and increased chlorophyll content. An increase in biomass was also observed in plants from treatments submitted to Pb. The phytotoxic effects of metals were more pronounced at 15 days after sowing. Anatomically, L. sativa was influenced by metal concentrations, and had a reduction of up to 79.9% in root epidermis thickness at the highest Pb concentration, although some structures did not suffer significant changes. The results suggest that L. sativa presents tolerance to high concentrations of heavy metals, showing possible mechanisms to overcome the stress caused by these metals. In this research lettuce possibly used the mechanism of exclusion of metals retaining Pb and Ag in the roots preserving the photosynthetic apparatus in the aerial part of the plants. In general, the chemical element Pb was more toxic than Ag, in these experimental conditions.

Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar os efeitos de diferentes concentrações de chumbo (Pb) e prata (Ag) na germinação, crescimento inicial e alterações anatômicas de Lactuca sativa L. As plantas utilizam vários mecanismos para reduzir os impactos causados pela ação antrópica, como elementos xenobióticos de solos e água contaminada por metais pesados. Esses metais foram fornecidos como nitrato de chumbo e nitrato de prata e foram estabelecidos os seguintes tratamentos: controle para ambos os metais, dose máxima de metais pesados, para solos cultiváveis, permitida pelo Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente (Ag = 25mg.Kg-1, Pb = 180mg.Kg-1), dobro (Ag = 50mg.Kg-1, Pb = 360mg.Kg-1) e triplo (Ag = 75mg.Kg-1, Pb = 540 mg.Kg -1) desta dosagem. Foram realizados testes de vigor e germinação das sementes e possíveis alterações anatômicas nas folhas e raízes das plantas de alface. A espécie apresentou alta capacidade de germinar sob estresse de Ag e Pb, e a germinação nunca foi completamente inibida; entretanto, a germinação diminuiu com o aumento das concentrações de Pb, mas não sob estresse de Ag. O uso de doses crescentes dos metais, reduziu o vigor das sementes e aumentou o teor de clorofila. Também foi observado aumento da biomassa nas plantas a partir dos tratamentos submetidos ao Pb. Os efeitos fitotóxicos dos metais foram mais acentuados aos 15 dias após a semeadura. Anatomicamente, L. sativa foi influenciada pelas concentrações de metais, e teve uma redução de até 79,9% na espessura da epiderme radicular na maior concentração de Pb, embora algumas estruturas não tenham sofrido alterações significativas. Os resultados sugerem que L. sativa apresenta tolerância a altas concentrações de metais pesados, mostrando possíveis mecanismos para superar o estresse causado por esses metais. Nesta pesquisa a alface possivelmente utilizou o mecanismo de exclusão de metais retendo Pb e Ag nas raízes preservando o aparato fotossintético na parte aérea das plantas. De forma geral o elemento químico Pb se mostrou mais tóxico que Ag, nestas condições experimentais.

Numerical Modeling Applied to Leachate Generation using Hydrus - Case Study: Seropédica, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil / Modelagem numérica aplicada à geração de lixiviado usando Hydrus - Estudo de Caso: Seropédica, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

ABSTRACT Improper design and management of the cover layer of a sanitary landfill has been proven to produce harmful environmental impacts on the environment. One alternative at hand is to develop scenarios based on simulation of physical and computational models to represent the expected field water balance of a landfill coverage layer. This paper investigates the design of a sanitary landfill final cover in the municipality of Seropédica, which is located at the state of Rio de Janeiro - Brazil. More specifically, the compact soil coverage, which is widely used for landfill final cover of municipal solid waste, is evaluated in contrast to vegetation cover by grass, vegetation cover by brachiaria and capillary barrier. To accomplish such task, hydrometeorological forcing conditions, namely daily rainfall and temperature, were retrieved from the Anchieta weather station, which is situated nearby the study area. The Hydrus 1D and 2/3 D computational codes were employed to develop a set of scenarios to follow the contamination plume evolution within the landfill along the time frame of 20 years with some degree of reliability. It should be noted that the performed evaluation indicates the possibility to control the leachate release and consequently to avoid contaminating the environment, notably to prevent soil and water resources pollution. Vegetation cover by grass and brachiaria showed important control mechanisms with respect to the movement of the contaminant plume. In addition, it should be noticed that the best results for the landfill final cover were achieved for the capillary barrier, while poor performance results were obtained for the commonly employed compact soil.

RESUMO O projeto e a gestão inadequados da camada de cobertura de um aterro sanitário produzem impactos ambientais prejudiciais ao meio ambiente. Uma alternativa disponível é desenvolver cenários baseados na simulação de modelos físicos e computacionais para representar o balanço hídrico que se espera que ocorra em uma camada de cobertura do aterro por meio de um experimento de campo. O presente trabalho investiga o projeto de cobertura final de um aterro sanitário no município de Seropédica, localizado no estado do Rio de Janeiro - Brasil. Mais especificamente, a cobertura compacta do solo, que é amplamente utilizada para a cobertura final de aterro de resíduos sólidos urbanos, é avaliada em contraste com a cobertura vegetal por gramíneas, cobertura vegetal por braquiária e barreira capilar. Para realização dessa tarefa, forçantes hidrometeorológicas, nomeadamente precipitação e temperatura na escala diária, foram obtidas da estação meteorológica de Anchieta, situada nas proximidades da área de estudo. Os códigos computacionais Hydrus 1D e 2/3 D foram empregados para desenvolver um conjunto de cenários para acompanhar a evolução da pluma de contaminação no interior do aterro ao longo do período de 20 anos com algum grau de confiabilidade. Ressalta-se que a avaliação realizada indica a possibilidade de controlar a liberação de chorume e, consequentemente, de evitar a contaminação do meio ambiente, notadamente para prevenir a poluição do solo e dos recursos hídricos. A cobertura vegetal por gramíneas e braquiárias apresentou importantes mecanismos de controle com relação ao movimento da pluma contaminante. Além disso, deve-se notar que os melhores resultados para a cobertura final do aterro foram alcançados para a barreira capilar, enquanto que os resultados de baixo desempenho foram obtidos para o solo compacto comumente empregado.

Occurrence of geohelminths in the soil of public squares in Rio Branco, Acre State, Brazilian Western Amazon / Ocorrência de geohelmintos em solo de praças públicas em Rio Branco, estado do Acre, Amazônia Brasileira

Soil contamination by dog and cat feces can become a public health problem due to the transmission of various etiologic agents that cause zoonoses. This study aimed to verify the occurrence of geohelminths in the soil of some public square areas of the municipality of Rio Branco, Acre State, Western Brazilian Amazon. Five public squares were selected, and soil samples collection was performed from April 2014 to March 2015. The samples were processed by using the Baermann-Moraes and centrifugal-flotation methods. Geohelminths positivity was of 25% for Tox o c ara spp., 6.6% for the Ancylostomatoidea Superfamily and 1.6 for Trichuris spp.. Measures should be implemented to prevent the free access of animals to these places, as well as deworming of stray dogs and cats and the implementation of population control and policies for such animals.(AU)

A contaminação do solo por fezes de cães e gatos pode se tornar um problema de saúde pública devido à transmissão de vários agentes etiológicos que causam zoonoses. Este estudo objetivou verificar a ocorrência de geohelmintos no solo de praças públicas do município de Rio Branco, estado do Acre, Brasil. Cinco praças públicas foram selecionadas e amostras de solo foram colhidas entre abril de 2014 e março de 2015. As amostras foram processadas pelos métodos de Baermann-Moraes e centrífugo-flutuação. A positividade observada para geohelmintos foi de 25% para Tox o c ara spp., 6,6% para a Superfamília Ancylostomatoidea e 1,6% para Trichuris spp.. Medidas devem ser implementadas para prevenir a livre circulação de animais nestes locais, bem como a desverminação de cães e gatos de rua e a implementação de políticas de adoção e controle populacional de cães e gatos.(AU)

Remediação de áreas contaminadas: uma avaliação crítica da legislação brasileira / Remediation of contaminated sites: a critical analysis of Brazilian legislation

RESUMO Este trabalho teve por objetivo analisar, de forma crítica, a legislação brasileira que regulamenta o tema das áreas contaminadas. A legislação paulista também foi avaliada pelo fato de o Estado de São Paulo ter sido o pioneiro no enfrentamento do problema. A metodologia utilizada nesta pesquisa foi a bibliográfica de cunho qualitativo, com utilização de doutrina nacional e internacional, bem como sítios da internet. Concluiu-se que é urgente que se chegue a um consenso nacional sobre o conceito de solo; que as legislações nacional e paulista, ao adotarem critérios e metodologias de investigação próprios de países desenvolvidos, deixam de conformar a realidade e as especificidades brasileiras; que é essencial a participação da comunidade envolvida em todas as etapas do processo de remediação; que a tomada de decisão não deve ser realizada apenas com base nos valores orientadores, mas na realização de análises detalhadas de risco ecológico e à saúde humana no local contaminado.

ABSTRACT This study aimed to critically examine the Brazilian legislation that regulates the theme of contaminated areas. The legislation of São Paulo State was also assessed because this state was the pioneer in facing the problem. This study's methodology involves a qualitative overview of the bibliography, using both international and national legal doctrine, as well as websites. It was concluded that a national consensus regarding the concept of soil is required; the Brazilian and São Paulo State legislations, by adopting rules and guidelines established in the developed countries, failed to disregard Brazilian reality and specificities; the participation of the community involved at all stages of the remediation process is essential; the decision-making should not be based solely on the generic quality soil standards, but also on the ecological and human health risk analyses at a specific contaminated site.

Factors associated with the presence of helminth eggs in the soil of public areas in Concepción, Chile / Fatores associados à presença de ovos de helmintos no solo de áreas públicas em Concepción, Chile

Abstract The aim of this study was to assess the association between the distance to the nearest feces, the type of substrate to be studied (feces, soil, grass), and whether a given area was licensed or not with the presence of helminth eggs in Concepción, Chile. A total of 256 samples taken from feces and either from soil or grass at 10 cm, 50 cm, and 100 cm from feces (including 16 public areas), were examined for the presence of parasites using the ZnSO4 technique. The association between variables with the presence of eggs was assessed with multifactorial logistic regressions. 24.21% of samples presented at least one egg. The higher odds of Toxocara egg presence was positively associated with the licensed 'area type' and the soil 'sample type' (when compared with feces). The odds of Ancylostomatidae egg presence was positively associated with the licensed 'area type', but negatively associated with the soil 'sample type' (compared with feces). The results suggest that finding eggs must be interpreted differently based on the parasite species and substrate to be analyzed, and that the presence of parasitized dogs is a more important contributing factor than the frequency with which the ground is cleaned of feces.

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar a associação da distância das fezes mais próximas, o tipo de substrato a ser estudado (fezes, solo, grama) e se as áreas foram licenciadas ou não, com a presença de ovos de helmintos zoonóticos em Concepción, Chile. Um total de 256 amostras colhidas no fecais, no solo ou na grama e a 10, 50 e 100 cm de fezes (incluindo 16 áreas públicas), foram examinadas quanto à presença de parasitas usando a técnica de flotação de sulfato de zinco. A associação de variáveis ​​com a presença de ovos foi avaliada com regressões logísticas multifatoriais. Os 24,21% das amostras apresentaram pelo menos um ovo. As chances mais altas de ovos de Toxocara foram associadas positivamente ao 'tipo de área' licenciado e ao 'tipo de amostra' do solo (em comparação com as fezes). As chances de ovos de Ancylostomatidae também foram positivamente associadas ao 'tipo de área' licenciado, mas negativamente associadas ao 'tipo de amostra' do solo (em comparação com as fezes). Os resultados sugerem que o achado de ovos deve ser interpretado de maneira diferente em relação às espécies de parasitas e ao substrato a ser analisado, e que a presença de cães parasitados parece ser mais importante do que a frequência de limpeza das fezes do solo.

IMPACT OF CRUDE OIL ON FUNCTIONAL GROUPS OF CULTURABLE BACTERIA AND COLONIZATION OF SYMBIOTIC MICROORGANISMS IN THE Clitoria-Brachiaria RHIZOSPHERE GROWN IN MESOCOSMS / Impacto del petróleo crudo sobre grupos funcionales de bacterias cultivables y colonización de microorganismos simbióticos en la rizosfera de Clitoria-Brachiaria crecidas en mesocosmos

ABSTRACT This research evaluated the changes on populations of culturable N-fixing free bacteria (NFFB) and P-solubilizing bacteria (PSB), as well as on the root nodulation by native rhizobia, the root colonization and spore number of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), in the rhizosphere of Clitoria ternatea and Brachiaria brizantha grown in mesocosms contaminated with crude oil (0, 3000, 6000, 9000, and 12000 mg kg-1), for 240 days. After 24 h of soil contamination, the highest populations of NFFB and PSB (5.5 and 4.9 LogUFC, respectively) were found in control, and the lowest populations were obtained at 12000 mg kg-1 (5.1 and 4.2 LogUFC, respectively). In contrast, at 60 and 240 days, the control showed lower populations of NFFB and PSB (5.4 and 4.8 LogUFC, respectively) than contaminated treatments. The highest number of root nodules in C. ternatea was quantified in control at 60 and 240 days (25 and 27 nodules, respectively) in comparison to those observed at the treatment with 12000 mg kg-1 (7 and 1 nodule, respectively). At 60 days, AMF colonization in both plant species, and the number of spores significantly decreased as the crude oil concentration increased; however, at 240 days, the highest number of AMF spores was recorded at treatments with 6000 and 12000 mg kg-1. The dry weight of both plant species significantly decreased as crude oil concentrations increased. Although C. ternatea was more susceptible to the toxic effects of crude oil, this plant species showed greater content of total chlorophyll than B. brizantha.

RESUMEN Esta investigación evaluó los cambios en la población cultivable de bacterias de vida libre fijadoras de nitrógeno (BVLFN) y de bacterias solubilizadoras de fósforo (BSP), así como en la nodulación de raíces por rizobios nativos, y en la colonización y número de esporas de hongos micorrízicos arbusculares (HMA) en la rizósfera de Clitoria ternatea y Brachiaria brizantha cultivadas en mesocosmos contaminados con petróleo crudo (0, 3000, 6000, 9000 y 12000 mg kg-1), durante 240 días. A las 24 h de la contaminación del suelo, las poblaciones más altas de BVLFN y BSP (5,5 y 4,9 LogUFC, respectivamente) se encontraron en el control, mientras que las poblaciones más bajas se obtuvieron a 12000 mg kg-1 (5,1 y 4,2 LogUFC, respectivamente). En contraste, a los 60 y 240 días, el control mostró bajas poblaciones de BVLFN y BSP (5,4 y 4,8 LogUFC, respectivamente) que los tratamientos contaminados. El mayor número de nódulos en raíz de C. ternatea se cuantificó en el control a los 60 y 240 días (25 y 27 nódulos, respectivamente) en comparación con el tratamiento con 12000 mg kg-1 (7 y 1 nódulos, respectivamente). A los 60 días, la colonización de HMA en ambas especies vegetales y el número de esporas disminuyeron significativamente al aumentar la concentración de petróleo crudo; sin embargo, a los 240 días, se registró el mayor número de esporas de HMA en los tratamientos con 6000 y 12000 mg kg-1. El peso seco vegetal disminuyó significativamente al aumentar las concentraciones de petróleo crudo. Clitoria ternatea fue más susceptible a la toxicidad del petróleo, aunque esta especie vegetal mostró mayor contenido de clorofila total que B. brizantha.

GRUPOS FUNCIONALES MICROBIANOS EN SUELOS CONTAMINADOS CON TOXAFENO EN EL DEPARTAMENTO DEL CESAR, COLOMBIA / MICROBIAL FUNCTIONAL GROUPS IN SOILS CONTAMINATED WITH TOXAPHENE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CESAR, COLOMBIA

El toxafeno es un plaguicida organoclorado que se empleó por años en el cultivo de algodón. Después de su prohibición, en las antiguas bodegas de Cenalgodón (Caracolicito, Cesar) se realizaron malas prácticas de manejo que generaron la contaminación de suelos. Debido a esta problemática, y a la reconocida importancia de los grupos funcionales microbianos como indicadores de calidad, se realizó un análisis en suelos contaminados y sin contaminar para evaluar el efecto del toxafeno sobre algunas comunidades microbianas durante dos períodos climáticos. Fueron evaluadas algunas poblaciones de microorganismos cultivables relacionados con los ciclos del carbono y nitrógeno por el método de recuento directo en placa y número más probable utilizando medios de cultivos selectivos. Los recuentos totales de las poblacionales de bacterias, hongos (Log UFC/g de suelo) y grupos funcionales microbianos del C y del N (Log NMP/g de suelo) aislados del suelo contaminado con toxafeno fueron inferiores a los registrados para el suelo testigo durante el período de sequía y de lluvias (p≤ 0,05). Para ambos suelos algunos grupos de microorganismos se correlacionaron positivamente, lo que indica su participación sinérgica en el ciclado de nutrientes; esto podría favorecer a la recuperación del suelo contaminado y al mantenimiento del ecosistema, siempre y cuando se mejoren las condiciones ambientales y fisicoquímicas del sistema.

Toxaphene is an organochlorine pesticide that was used for years in the cultivation of cotton. After its prohibition in the old cellars of Cenalgodon (Caracolicito - Cesar), bad management practices were carried out that generated soil contamination. Due to this problem, and to the well-recognized importance of the functional microbial groups as quality indicators, a soil analysis was performed in contaminated and uncontaminated soils to evaluate the effect of toxaphene on some microbial communities during two climatic periods. Some populations of cultivable microorganisms related to the carbon and nitrogen cycles were evaluated by the method of direct plate count and most probable number using selective culture media. The total counts of the population of bacteria, fungi (Log CFU / g of soil) and microbial functional groups of C and N (Log NMP / g of soil) isolated from the soil contaminated with toxaphene were lower than those recorded for the control soil during the drought and rain periods (p≤0.05). Some groups of microorganisms were correlated positively for both soils indicating their synergistic participation in the cycling of nutrients, which could favor the recovery of contaminated soil and the maintenance of the ecosystem as long as the environmental and the physicochemical conditions of the system are improved.

Presence of enteroparasites in the environment and the resident population in a rural community in Santo Antonio de Jesus in the reconcavo da Bahia, Brazil

Studies show environmental contamination as a decisive factor for the perpetuation of the epidemiological triad of infection by parasites, posing a risk to human health. This work identified parasitic contamination in peridomestic soils, enteroparasite infection in humans and domestic animals in the Riacho Dantas and Rio do Onha, rural communities of Santo Antônio de Jesus (Bahia, Brazil). Analyses were performed in 53 homes, with soil samples collected in four points as well as collection of human and domestic animals feces from July to October 2015. Soil samples as well as human and domestic animal feces were analyzed. For the analysis of human fecal samples, four methods were used, including spontaneous sedimentation, Baermann-Moraes, Kato-Katz and Graham. For animal fecal samples three methods were used: spontaneous sedimentation, Willis and Rugai. For soil samples, two methods were used: spontaneous sedimentation and Rugai. Of the 636 samples of soil analyzed, 68.7% were positive for some parasitic form, especially non-ciliated protozoa, ciliate protozoa; adults and larvae of the nematodes and hookworms. Of the 144 samples of human feces, 75% were positive, especially for: Endolimax nana, Entamoeba coli, hookworms, Giardia duodenalis, Entamoeba histolytica/E. dispar and Enterobius vermicularis. Of the 21 animal feces samples, 85.7% were positive, especially for the genera Ancylostoma, Toxocara, Trichuris and Giardia. The studied soil samples presented biological contaminants (for example, Toxocara and Ancylostoma) some of which pathogenic for humans and domestic animals. The lack of information regarding the care of domestic soil and direct contac

Changes in the microbial community during bioremediation of gasoline-contaminated soil

Abstract We aimed to verify the changes in the microbial community during bioremediation of gasoline-contaminated soil. Microbial inoculants were produced from successive additions of gasoline to municipal solid waste compost (MSWC) previously fertilized with nitrogen-phosphorous. To obtain Inoculant A, fertilized MSWC was amended with gasoline every 3 days during 18 days. Inoculant B received the same application, but at every 6 days. Inoculant C included MSWC fertilized with N–P, but no gasoline. The inoculants were applied to gasoline-contaminated soil at 10, 30, or 50 g/kg. Mineralization of gasoline hydrocarbons in soil was evaluated by respirometric analysis. The viability of the inoculants was evaluated after 103 days of storage under refrigeration or room temperature. The relative proportions of microbial groups in the inoculants and soil were evaluated by FAME. The dose of 50 g/kg of inoculants A and B led to the largest CO2 emission from soil. CO2 emissions in treatments with inoculant C were inversely proportional to the dose of inoculant. Heterotrophic bacterial counts were greater in soil treated with inoculants A and B. The application of inoculants decreased the proportion of actinobacteria and increased of Gram-negative bacteria. Decline in the density of heterotrophic bacteria in inoculants occurred after storage. This reduction was bigger in inoculants stored at room temperature. The application of stored inoculants in gasoline-contaminated soil resulted in a CO2 emission twice bigger than that observed in uninoculated soil. We concluded that MSWC is an effective material for the production of microbial inoculants for the bioremediation of gasoline-contaminated soil.

Capacidad de supervivencia de Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis biovar ovis en distintos suelos de la provincia de Chubut, Patagonia argentina / Survival capacity of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis biovar ovis in different soil types from Chubut, Argentine Patagonia

Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis se transmite entre ovinos de la Patagonia argentina y ocasiona pseudotuberculosis. Esta bacteria, que infecta ganglios superficiales y vísceras, ingresa al animal a través de heridas en la piel o membranas mucosas. Durante la esquila, se cortan abscesos superficiales que drenan el contenido purulento y contaminan las herramientas y el suelo. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar la capacidad de C. pseudotuberculosis de sobrevivir a lo largo del tiempo en suelos de la Patagonia extraandina. Se recolectaron 5 muestras de suelos de distintas zonas de la provincia del Chubut (Patagonia extraandina) con características fisicoquímicas diferenciales en lo que respecta a contenido de materia orgánica, pH, conductividad eléctrica y textura. Diferentes alícuotas de estas muestras se inocularon con la cepa de C. pseudotuberculosis PAT10, aislada de un ovino patagónico, y se conservaron a temperatura ambiente. A distintos tiempos se determinó el número de bacterias supervivientes. El 60% de la población de C. pseudotuberculosis inoculada sobrevivió durante 80 y 210 días en suelos con moderadas y altas concentraciones de materia orgánica, respectivamente. Los suelos de características diversas de la Patagonia contaminados con poblaciones de C. pseudotuberculosis cumplirían un papel importante en el ciclo de infección en la naturaleza. La supervivencia de la bacteria por largos períodos se vio favorecida por el mayor contenido de materia orgánica sumado a la textura franco-limosa y no se observó la influencia de variables como el pH y la salinidad.

Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis is transmitted among sheep in Argentine Patagonia causing pseudotuberculosis. The bacterium penetrates the skin or mucous membrane wounds, infecting the superficial lymph nodes and viscera. When surface abscesses are cut during shearing, they drain their purulent contents and contaminate tools and the soil. The objective of this work was to evaluate the survival capacity of C. pseudotuberculosis over time, in soils from the extra-Andean Patagonia region. Five types of superficial soils were collected from different areas in Chubut province (extra-Andean Patagonia), having distinctive physicochemical properties including organic matter content (very high to nonexistent), pH (neutral to strongly alkaline), electrical conductivity (saline to non-saline) and texture (sandy, clayey, silty loam). Different aliquots of each type of soil were inoculated with C. pseudotuberculosis PAT10 strain isolated from a Patagonian sheep, and were stored at room temperature. The number of surviving bacteria was determined at various times. Sixty percent (60%) of the inoculated C. pseudotuberculosis population survived for 80 to 210 days in soils with moderate to high organic matter content respectively. Silty soils favored bacterial survival, whereas the variables pH and salinity had no effect on survival.

Enrichment of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in a contaminated soil after rehabilitation

Abstract Spore counts, species composition and richness of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, and soil glomalin contents were evaluated in a soil contaminated with Zn, Cu, Cd and Pb after rehabilitation by partial replacement of the contaminated soil with non-contaminated soil, and by Eucalyptus camaldulensis planting with and without Brachiaria decumbens sowing. These rehabilitation procedures were compared with soils from contaminated non-rehabilitated area and non-contaminated adjacent soils. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi communities attributes were assessed by direct field sampling, trap culture technique, and by glomalin contents estimate. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi was markedly favored by rehabilitation, and a total of 15 arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi morphotypes were detected in the studied area. Species from the Glomus and Acaulospora genera were the most common mycorrhizal fungi. Number of spores was increased by as much as 300-fold, and species richness almost doubled in areas rehabilitated by planting Eucalyptus in rows and sowing B. decumbens in inter-rows. Contents of heavy metals in the soil were negatively correlated with both species richness and glomalin contents. Introduction of B. decumbens together with Eucalyptus causes enrichment of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi species and a more balanced community of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi spores in contaminated soil.

Avaliação dos solos e das águas nas áreas de influência de disposição de resíduos sólidos urbanos de Humaitá, Amazonas / Soil and water assessment in the areas of influence of urban solid waste disposal of Humaitá, Amazonas

RESUMO: As áreas utilizadas para disposição de resíduos sólidos urbanos - normalmente representados pelos "lixões" - são focos potenciais de poluição, influenciando negativamente na qualidade de vida, saúde humana e ambiental nas regiões sob sua influência. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as alterações no solo e da água na área de disposição de resíduos sólidos urbanos de Humaitá, Amazonas. O estudo foi realizado em solo de mata nativa, campo natural e na área de disposição de resíduos sólidos, e em curso d'águas próximos à área de disposição de resíduos sólidos. Os baixos teores de argila encontrados no solo da área de estudo o torna inadequado para disposição de resíduos sólidos. Os teores de metais pesados no solo estão dentro dos limites permitidos pela legislação. E na água, apenas o ferro encontra-se acima dos limites permitidos. O índice de qualidade da água mostrou-se bom.

ABSTRACT: The areas used for disposal of urban solid waste - usually represented by the "dumps" - are potential sources of pollution, negatively influencing the quality of human life and environmental health in the regions under their influence. The aim of this study was to evaluate changes in soil and water in the disposal area of the urban solid waste of Humaitá, Amazonas, Brazil. The study was conducted on soil of native forest, natural field and in the solid waste disposal area, as well as in the water courses near the area of solid waste disposal. The low clay levels found in the soil of the study area do not make it suitable for solid waste disposal. The levels of heavy metals in soil are within the limits allowed by law. And only iron in the water is above the limits allowed. The index of quality of water was good.

Mutagenic effect of contaminated soil on the offspring of exposed rats / Efeito mutagênico da exposição a solos contaminados sobre a prole

This study aimed to measure irreversible DNA damage in the offspring of rats exposed to contaminated soil. Bone marrow cells were removed from the femurs of the offspring of rats that were exposed to contaminated soil via gavage during three different periods: 21 days prior to detection of pregnancy, during pregnancy and 21 days after birth, during the lactation period. For each group, we also had a control group under the same experimental conditions but exposed to uncontaminated soil. The results showed that pups borne of rats exposed to contaminated soil had an increase in the number of micronuclei in the different exposure groups compared with their respective control groups. This suggests a potential risk of mutagenic damage to the offspring of pregnant women who live at the sampling site.

Este estudo objetivou medir os danos irreversíveis de DNA na prole de ratas expostas a um solo contaminado, através do teste do micronúcleo. O mesmo foi realizado na medula óssea retirada do fêmur de filhotes de ratas expostas, via gavagem, em três diferentes períodos, ratas expostas durante 21 dias antes da detecção da prenhez, durante a prenhez e 21 dias após o nascimento, durante o período de aleitamento. Para cada grupo foi utilizado um grupo controle, mantido nas mesmas condições experimentais e expostos a um solo não contaminado. Os resultados obtidos nos filhotes expostos ao solo contaminado mostraram um aumento no número de micronúcleos nos três diferentes grupos expostos quando comparados aos seus respectivos grupos controle. Assim, os dados sugerem um potencial risco de dano mutagênico aos descendentes das gestantes residentes no local de amostragem.

Evaluación de los hidrocarburos totales de petróleo (TPH) sobre suelos urbanos en Maicao, Colombia / Evaluation of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) in urban soil from Maicao, Colombia / Avaliação de hidrocarbonetos totais de petróleo (TPH) em solo urbano em Maicao, Colômbia

Se evaluó la presencia de los hidrocarburos totales de petróleo (TPH) y sus efectos sobre propiedades de suelos en el área urbana de Maicao, Colombia. Se seleccionaron 18 sitios, nueve con derrames históricos y nueve sin ellos y se evaluaron dos profundidades (0-30 cm y 30-60 cm). Se extrajeron los TPH de las fracciones mediana (método reflujo en Soxhlet, EPA 3540C) y pesada (método de reflujo en Soxhlet, EPA 3550C). Se identificaron por cromatografía de gases con detector de ionización de flama (CG-FID). Se determinaron parámetros del suelo relacionados con su potencial de adsorción: pH, conductividad eléctrica (CE), carbono orgánico (CO), capacidad de intercambio catiónico (CIC), textura, retención de humedad del suelo y estabilidad de agregados. Se estableció alto contenido de todas las fracciones de TPH con efecto diferencial sobre las capas del suelo. No se encontraron cambios significativos para textura ni CE. Hubo incremento en el contenido de CO del suelo (500%), agregación y estabilidad de agregados (200%), ligera disminución del pH, CIC y retención de humedad del suelo (23,5% superficie). Estos resultados señalan la vulnerabilidad de los suelos dentro del casco urbano ante la contaminación por TPH y la exposición de la población humana a estos contaminantes.

The presence of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) and their effects on soil properties in urban area of Maicao, Colombia, was evaluated. 18 sites were selected: nine contaminated and nine non-contaminated and two depths (0-30 cm and 30-60 cm) were evaluated. The medium TPH fraction (Soxhlet reflux method, EPA 3540C) and heavy TPH fraction (Soxhlet reflux method, EPA 3550C) were extracted. TPH were identified by gas chromatography with flame ionization detector (GC-FID). Soil parameters related potential adsorption were determined: pH, electrical conductivity (EC), organic carbon (OC), cation exchange capacity (CEC), texture; soil moisture retention, aggregate stability. High contents of TPH was found in all fractions. No significant changes were found for texture and (EC). There was an increase in the content of OC (500%), soil aggregation and aggregate stability (200%); slight decrease pH, CEC and soil moisture retention (23.5% soil surface). These results show the vulnerability of the urban soils to the TPH contamination and exposure of the human population to these contaminants.

Foi avaliada a presença de hidrocarbonetos totais de petróleo (TPH) e seus efeitos sobre as propriedades do solo na área urbana de Maicao, Colômbia. Foram selecionados 18 localidades, 9 com derrames históricos e 9 sem eles; 2 profundidades (0-30 cm e 30-60 cm). TPH foram extraídos do frações medianas (método do fluxo no Soxhlet, EPA 3540C) e frações pesadas (método refluxo Soxhlet, EPA 3550C). TPH foram identificados por cromatografia gasosa com detector de ionização de chama (CG/FID). Parâmetros do solo relacionados com potencial de adsorção foram determinados: pH, condutividade elétrica (CE), carbono orgânico (CO), capacidade de troca de cátions (CC), textura; retenção de umidade do solo; estabilidade de agregados. Foi estabelecido um elevado nível de TPH em todas as frações, com efeito diferencial nas camadas superficiais do solo. Não foram encontradas diferenças significativas para a textura e CE. Houve um aumento do CO do solo (500%), a agregação e a estabilidade dos agregados (200%); ligeira diminuição no pH, CC e retenção de umidade do solo (23,5% da superfície). Estes resultados mostram a vulnerabilidade dos solos dentro da cidade pela contaminação com TPH e exposição da população humana a estes contaminantes.

Biodegradation of 2,4'-dichlorobiphenyl, a congener of polychlorinated biphenyl, by Pseudomonas isolates GSa and GSb.

Biodegradation of 2,4'-dichlorobiphenyl (2,4 CB), by two isolates of Pseudomonas (GSa and GSb) was compared using GC-MS. Transformer oil polluted soil was used for the isolation of 2,4 CB degrading bacteria. GC-MS analysis of the solvent extracts obtained from Pseudomonas sp. GSa spent culture indicated the presence of Phenol 2,6-bis (1,1-dimethyl)-4-methyl (C15H24O). Further, the enzyme analysis of the cell free extracts showed the presence of 2,4'-dichlorobiphenyl dehalogenase (CBD), 2,4'-dichlorobiphenyl-NADPH-oxido-reductase (2,4 CBOR) and 2,3-dihydro-xybiphenyl-NADPH-oxido-reductase (2,3 DHOR) with specific activity of 6.00, 0.4 and 0.22 μmol/min/mg of protein, suggesting that dechlorination as an important step during 2,4 CB catabolism. Further, the cell free extract of GSb showed only 2,4'-dichlorobiphenyl-NADPH-oxido-reductase (2,4 CBOR) and 2,3-dihydroxybiphenyl-NADPH-oxido-reductase (2,3 DHOR), with specific activity of 0.3 and 0.213 μmol/min/mg of protein, suggesting attack on non-chlorinated aromatic ring of 2,4 CB, releasing chlorinated intermediates which are toxic to the environment. Although, both the isolated bacteria (GSa and GSb) belong to Pseudomonas spp., they exhibited different metabolic potential.

Assessment of the presence of toxocara eggs in soils of an arid area in central-western Argentina / Evaluación de la presencia de huevos de Toxocara en suelos de una zona árida en la región centro-oeste Argentina

With the aim of studying the contamination of soils with eggs of Toxocara spp. in an arid area in the central-western region of Argentina, 76 soil samples were collected from 18 towns belonging to six provinces of central-western Argentina. They were processed by the centrifugal flotation method. No eggs of Toxocara spp. were found. It can be concluded that the negative results are directly related to the characteristics of the environment and climate present in the studied area. The finding of eggs in soils depends on several factors: the presence of canine or feline feces, the hygienic behavior of pet owners, the presence of stray animals without veterinary supervision, the weather and environmental conditions, and laboratory techniques used; and all these circumstances must be considered when comparing the results found in different geographical regions. In order to accurately define the importance of public spaces in the transmission of infection to humans, it is important to consider the role of backyards or green spaces around housing in small towns, where the population is not used to walking pets in public spaces, and in such cases a significant fraction of the population may acquire the infection within households.

Con el objetivo de estudiar la contaminación de los suelos con huevos de Toxocara spp, se obtuvieron 76 muestras de suelo de 18 pueblos pertenecientes a 6 provincias del centro-oeste de Argentina. Las muestras fueron procesadas por el método de centrifugación-flotación. No se encontraron huevos de Toxocara spp. en ninguna de las muestras de suelo. Llegamos a la conclusión de que los resultados negativos podrían estar en relación directa con las características ambientales y climáticas presentes en el área estudiada. El hallazgo o no de huevos en el suelo depende de varios factores: la presencia de heces de caninos o felinos, el comportamiento de los dueños de mascotas, la presencia de animales abandonados y sin control veterinario, las condiciones climáticas y ambientales y las técnicas de laboratorio utilizadas. Todas estas circunstancias deben ser consideradas cuando se comparan los resultados encontrados en diferentes regiones geográficas. Con el fin de definir la importancia que tienen los espacios públicos en la transmisión de la infección a los humanos, se debería considerar el papel que tienen los patios y veredas de las viviendas en las ciudades pequeñas, donde la población no acostumbra a pasear mascotas en parques y plazas, y en esos casos, la población puede adquirir la infección dentro de los hogares.

Lixiviação de imidazolinonas em resposta a diferentes manejos de irrigação em solo de cultivo de arroz irrigado / Imidazolinone leaching in response to different irrigation management on rice cultivated soil

Os herbicidas utilizados no Sistema Clearfield(r) de produção de arroz irrigado caracterizam-se por serem móveis no solo. Tal mobilidade contribui para a contaminação ambiental e intensificação do residual no solo. A irrigação por inundação utilizada na lavoura arrozeira é uma das principais causas de livixiação de imidazolinonas, contudo, manejos alternativos de irrigação podem contribuir para sua diminuição. Assim, o objetivo do trabalho foi estimar, através de bioensaio, a lixiviação de imidazolinonas frente a diferentes manejos de irrigação. Para isso, foram conduzidos dois experimentos em casa de vegetação e em colunas de solo. Em ambos, foram testados três manejos de irrigação, sendo eles: contínuo, intermitente e capacidade de campo. Os herbicidas foram aplicados na superfície do solo e, após 48 horas, iniciou-se a irrigação. Aos 45 e 90 dias de irrigação, para o primeiro e segundo experimentos, respectivamente, as colunas de solo foram cortadas longitudinalmente e realizou-se bioensaio utilizando solo das diferentes profundidades. Os resultados permitem concluir que a mistura formulada imazapic + imazapyr apresenta maior lixiviação. Para os herbicidas testados isoladamente, o imazapic lixivia mais, seguido do imazethapyr e imazapyr. Os manejos de irrigação contínuo e intermitente não diferem entre si e promovem maior lixiviação dos herbicidas, quando comparado ao solo na capacidade de campo.

Herbicides used in Clearfield(r) rice system are characterized to be mobile in soil. This mobility contributes to environmental contamination and intensifies the residual in the soil, due to the upward movement during the off-season. The flooded irrigation used on rice crops is the main cause of imidazolinones leaching. However, alternative practices can be used to minimize leaching of herbicides. This research aimed to evaluate the effects of different irrigation management on leaching of imidazolinone herbicides. For this, two experiments were conducted using soil columns in a greenhouse and testing three irrigation managements: continuous, intermittent and field capacity. The herbicides were applied to soil surface and after 48 hours irrigation started. At 45 and 90 days of irrigation for the first and second trials, respectively, bioassay was carried out using different soil layers. Results showed that the formulated mixture of imazapyr + imazapic showed the greatest leaching potential. For individually herbicides tested, imazapic was the most leached one, followed by imazethapyr and imazapyr. Continuous and intermittent irrigation managements did not differ and promoted greater leaching potential of herbicides compared to soil at field capacity.

Geohelminth contamination of public areas and epidemiological risk factors in Curitiba, Brazil / Contaminação por geohelmintos em áreas públicas e fatores de risco epidemiológicos em Curitiba, Brasil

This study aimed to investigate the frequency of geohelminthic contamination of public parks and squares in Curitiba, state of Paraná, Brazil, between August and December 2010. A total of 345 samples were collected from 69 sandboxes in different areas and were tested using the Faust, Lutz and Baermann parasitological techniques. Potential risk factors associated with soil contamination were also analyzed. A total of 36% of the samples (124/345) were positive for helminths and 65.2% of the areas (45/69) were classified as contaminated in one or more samples. The most commonly identified parasite eggs were Ancylostoma sp. (14.5%; 50/345); followed by Toxocara sp. (9.6%; 33/345) and the Strongyloidea superfamily (excluding hookworms) (2.3%; 8/345). The analysis on the epidemiological risk factors indicated that the presence of dogs and feces in the sandboxes increased the chances of contamination of the site. Use of fences had a protective positive impact that reduced soil contamination. Health education programs should be applied within the community to minimize the risk of human contact with dogs' feces. Use of fencing in these areas is highly recommended to prevent or reduce the users' contact with animal excrement.

Este estudo teve como objetivo investigar a frequência de contaminação por geohelmintos em parques e praças públicas de Curitiba, Paraná, Brasil, entre agosto e dezembro de 2010. Um total de 345 amostras foram coletadas de 69 caixas de areia em diferentes áreas e testadas usando-se as técnicas parasitológicas de Faust, Lutz e Baermann. Potenciais fatores de risco também foram analisados com a contaminação do solo. Um total de 36% (124/345) das amostras foram positivas, para helmintos e 65,2% (45/69) das áreas foram classificadas como contaminadas em uma ou mais amostras. Os ovos de helmintos mais identificados foram Ancylostoma sp. 14,5% (50/345), seguido por Toxocara sp. 9,6% (33/345) e Strongyloidea superfamília (excluindo ancilostomídeos) 2,3% (8/345). A análise dos fatores de risco epidemiológico indicou que a presença de cães e fezes nas caixas de areia aumenta a probabilidade de contaminação do local. O uso de cercas teve um impacto positivo de proteção e redução da contaminação do solo. Programas de educação em saúde devem ser aplicados dentro da comunidade para minimizar o risco do contato humano com as fezes dos cães. O uso de cercas nessas áreas é altamente recomendado, para prevenir ou reduzir o contato dos usuários com excrementos dos animais.