Prevalence of mineral compounds of nitrogen in environment of Yakutia and threat of endemic diseases
Abstract
In view of the toxicological role of nitrogen, the distribution of its mineral compounds in the environment of Yakutia is examined. The distribution of nitrogen compounds – nitrates, nitrites and ammonium – was studied in various components of Yakutia’s environment, including the atmosphere, snow cover, surface water and groundwater. Data on the atmospheric deposition of nitrogen fluxes to the landscapes are presented. The need for control of human exposure to nitrogen compounds is substantiated.
About the Author
V. N. Makarov
Melnikov Permafrost Institute SB RAS
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Vladimir N. Makarov Dr. Sci. in Geology & Mineralogy, Professor Head, Laboratory of Permafrost Geochemistry
Merzlotnaya St., 36, Yakutsk, 677010 Phone: 4112-390826 Fax: 4112-334476
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Makarov V.N. Prevalence of mineral compounds of nitrogen in environment of Yakutia and threat of endemic diseases. Yakut Medical Journal. 2011;(4):81-84.
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