Trace elements in nungsham, the red edible algae of Manipur.

ABSTRACT

Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) technique was used for the determination of trace elements in wild red edible algae. The elements so far detected were discussed for their importance in the food item in addition to the monitoring the pollution levels of the fresh water where they grew as algae is one of the best bioaccumulator of heavy elements.