Bioavailability and toxicity of soil particle-associated copper as determined by two bioluminescent Pseudomonas fluorescens biosensor strains:short communication

Key Points

• Toxicity levels of soil-associated copper were assessed using bioluminescent biosensor strains, revealing significant findings.
• Two Pseudomonas fluorescens strains effectively measured copper toxicity in soil samples, identifying a crucial interaction.
• Bioluminescent assays provided reliable toxicity data, highlighting the sensitivity of biosensor organisms to copper levels.
• The findings emphasize the importance of monitoring copper bioavailability in soil environments for ecological health.