Case study on metal(loid)s distribution in linden tree parts, in areas with hight environmental pollution

The investigation focuses on the distribution of Al, Fe, Cu, Zn, Pb, As, and Cd, in the roots, branches and leaves of linden tree, a very common plant species used in traditional medicine, sampled in the area affected by pollution from the mining-metallurgical facilities for copper production, and one unpolluted zone. Plant samples were collected and processed following the established scientific methods, while concentrations of metal(loid)s were determined using the ICP-AES. Distinct patterns in the metal(loid)s distribution in the linden parts were revealed, which varied depending on the environmental pollution levels, highlighting obvious differences between the polluted and unpolluted zones.