Environmental studies for mercury monitoring

This document presents environmental studies on mercury monitoring in a historically contaminated mining area, focusing on Almadén and its surrounding ecosystems. It outlines the context of long-term mercury extraction and its environmental and socio-economic impacts, alongside research aimed at soil, vegetation, water, and sediment systems. The document describes methodological approaches including soil and plant sampling, laboratory and field experiments, and analytical techniques to determine mercury distribution and availability. It examines processes influencing mercury behaviour, plant uptake, and transfer within ecosystems. Key findings include the effectiveness of restoration measures, reductions in airborne mercury, and variable mercury accumulation across species and land uses, supported by monitoring, remote sensing, and experimental data.