PROTECTIVE EFFECT OF FISH MUCUS AGAINST CR(VI) POLLUTION

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ARILLO, A
MELODIA, F
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[1] Istituto di Zoologia -, 16126 Genova
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10.1016/0045-6535(90)90070-A
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X [环境科学、安全科学];
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08 ; 0830 ;
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Skin mucus from Salmo gairdneri contains some molecules (probably protein-bound sulfhydryl groups) able to reduce hexavalent chromium (Cr-VI). Results suggest also that fish slime layer can markedly decrease the Cr(VI) penetration-rate in animal tissues. For these reasons, mucus is regarded as a protective barrier against Cr(VI) pollution, especially during occasional and short lasting exposures to metal. © 1990.
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