Traditionally, two -leaf molluscs are used for such studies, but scientists have proposed an alternative – the analysis of heart rhythm and other parameters in the belly mollusks of Viviparus Viviparus. These snails are common in the region, which makes the method suitable for practical use.
The experiments were carried out in three parts of the Luga River, where the shells were collected in shallow water and examined in the laboratory. Using special equipment, the researchers made changes in the heart rhythm of snails at different temperatures and also analyzed the content of heavy metals in their tissues and lower sediments.
The choice of the Luga River for the test is not accidental. The ecosystem is influenced by industrial enterprises, including a large garbage processing facility in the Kingisepp region, the construction of the infrastructure. The new approach allows you to identify the most dirty areas and evaluate the anthropogenic load level.
Source: Ferra
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