Methodological study on coal-based microbial modification of mineral black clay to overcome plant growth challenges on open-pit mine dumps in cold regions
A critical challenge in ecological restoration of open-pit mine dumps in cold regions with limited topsoil resources is how to rapidly mitigate the plant growth-inhibitory effects of mineral black clay, thereby converting it into arable soil. Leveraging the high degradation capacity of coal seam-ass...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-06-01
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| Series: | MethodsX |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2215016124005892 |
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| Summary: | A critical challenge in ecological restoration of open-pit mine dumps in cold regions with limited topsoil resources is how to rapidly mitigate the plant growth-inhibitory effects of mineral black clay, thereby converting it into arable soil. Leveraging the high degradation capacity of coal seam-associated microorganisms on fossil carbon materials, combined with soil conditioning techniques, this study developed a microbial-based approach for modifying black clay. Seed germination experiments informed both laboratory and field trial designs. This approach focused on removing germination-inhibiting compounds, establishing a plant-compatible soil ecological environment, and employing composite strategies to reduce soil viscosity. Field experiments demonstrated that in-situ microbial modification of black clay effectively supports ecological restoration, enhances plant growth. To refine and implement this microbial-based bioremediation strategy in practical ecological restoration efforts, two key technical methods were employed: • A comprehensive experimental protocol was established for black clay bioremediation, covering both laboratory-scale and field test procedures, ensuring the approach can be readily adapted to diverse environmental conditions. • By incorporating the characteristics of local species, employing representative seed germination tests to assess plant compatibility can facilitate a rapid evaluation of the bioconversion of mineral substrates into arable soils. |
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| ISSN: | 2215-0161 |