Bifenthrin is an active synthetic pyrethroid (SPs) and its studies are less reported. Due to its increased neurotoxicity and possible carcinogenicity, use of bifenthrin is banned or restricted to use in several countries. However, it is extensively used in many developing countries mainly in the agriculture sector and house hold applications.
Moreover, pyrethroids are generally considered as environmentally safe due to its spontaneous degradation in Sunlight but bifenthrin is most stable known pyrethroids, withstanding in soil for several months. Thus, the present study aims to explore a bacterial strain to degrade bifenthrin at the lab scale studies.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Pollutants and Pesticides
- Synthetic Pyrethroids (SPs)
- Material and Methods
- Results
- Discussion
- Summary and Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study focuses on characterizing bacteria capable of degrading the insecticide bifenthrin, a synthetic pyrethroid, from a cotton field. The research aims to investigate the potential for bioremediation of bifenthrin-contaminated soil using these bacteria.
- Characterization of bifenthrin-degrading bacteria from cotton fields
- Investigation of the biodegradation potential of these bacteria
- Potential applications of bioremediation for cleaning up pyrethroid-contaminated environments
- Environmental impact of synthetic pyrethroids and their persistence in soil
- Development of sustainable pest management strategies
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the environmental impact of pollutants and pesticides, with a particular focus on synthetic pyrethroids. It discusses the widespread use of pyrethroids in agriculture and their potential for contaminating ecosystems. The chapter highlights the need for bioremediation methods to clean up pyrethroid-polluted environments.
- Material and Methods: This chapter details the methodology used in the study. It includes information on sample collection, isolation and identification of bacteria, bifenthrin degradation assays, and data analysis techniques.
- Results: This chapter presents the findings of the study, outlining the characterization of the isolated bifenthrin-degrading bacteria, their degradation capabilities, and other relevant observations.
- Discussion: This chapter analyzes the results of the study, discussing their implications for bioremediation of pyrethroid-contaminated soil and the potential of these bacteria for environmental cleanup. It also considers the limitations of the study and future research directions.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Bifenthrin, bioremediation, pesticide degradation, bacteria, cotton field, synthetic pyrethroids, environmental contamination, bioaugmentation.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Bhavtosh Kikani (Author), Purvisha Donda (Author), 2019, Characterization of Bifenthrin Degrading Bacteria from Cotton, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/498795
