Briófitas epífitas como indicadores de la contaminación ambiental del aire en la ciudad Ambato

Abstract

Abstract: The Air pollution is one of the most important global problems, where heavy metals and other pollutants from industrial activities and the traffic flow are the main sources of pollution. Briophytes have been the main component yo carry out aire quality studies in several cities, because they possess the capacity to retain air pollutants. The concentration of manganese and zinc in the species was analyzed Racomitrium lanuginosum, after its exhibition for 30 days in nine selected stations in the city of Ambato. The concentration of manganese and zinc showed a significant difference in relation to the witness group. The zone closest to the city (urban areas) had high values of manganese and zinc compared to the rural area, classifying the central area as the main source of pollution in relation to the valuation of vehicle traffic.