Epiphytic Lichens: Their Usefulness as Bio-indicators of Air Pollution
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Lichens are used as effective monitors to detect low-level air pollution which may affect different flora and fauna communities. Epiphytic lichens have been widely recognized as effective eco-friendly bio-monitors for detection of metal deposition on trees, rocks and bare ground. This article is concerned with the use of lichens in bio-monitoring of air pollution, how the lichens do recognize air pollution, the mechanisms of accumulation and trapping of particulate matters, understanding the mechanisms of alterations and the methods of study and factors affecting the process.
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