Assessment of the Relationship Between Heavy Metal Content and Soil Chemical Properties in Soils of Contrasting Parent Materials in South East Nigeria

Key Points

• Heavy metal content significantly affects soil chemical properties, influencing nutrient availability and soil health.
• Analysis focused on contrasting parent materials to understand the relationship between heavy metals and soil characteristics.
• Assessment highlights the need for improved soil management practices in regions with heavy metal contamination.
• The findings may guide agricultural practices and environmental policies to safeguard soil quality.

Abstract