Vanadium in Soils and Plants

Vanadium is an essential element for humans and animals. The toxicity of Vanadium at higher concentrations could be a global environmental concern and a significant issue for both environmental protection and economic benefits. The relevance of anthropogenic Vanadium in the environment has increased significantly in the recent years due to an increased demand for Vanadium in high-temperature industrial activities. This book summarizes the current research on Vanadium and explain its behavior and mobilization in the environment, especially in soils, sediments, water, and plants. Through case studies from various countries it discusses critical limits set as well as risk assessment approaches and remediation approaches of Vanadium contaminated soils--