Metodologías analíticas para el estudio de contaminantes en diferentes tipos de compost.
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2024-09-06
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El compostaje, un proceso biológico antiguo y efectivo para gestionar residuos orgánicos, es esencial tanto para la eliminación de desechos como para mejorar la calidad del suelo y actuar como fertilizante natural. No obstante, su uso eficiente enfrenta desafíos importantes debido a la posible presencia de contaminantes no deseados. Estos contaminantes pueden variar desde metales pesados y pesticidas hasta sustancias emergentes, como microplásticos, productos farmacéuticos o de cuidado personal. Este problema se ha convertido en una creciente preocupación en la gestión de residuos orgánicos. Esta revisión se centra en analizar críticamente artículos científicos disponibles para identificación y cuantificación de los contaminantes potenciales en el compost. Se examina qué tipos de compost pueden ser más propensos a contener los distintos tipos de contaminantes. Además, se analizan las diferentes metodologías utilizadas en investigaciones previas para cuantificar la concentración de contaminantes en el compost, resaltando los métodos en la preparación de la muestra.
Composting, an ancient and effective biological process for managing organic waste, is essential both for waste disposal and for improving soil quality and acting as a natural fertilizer. However, its efficient use faces significant challenges due to the possible presence of unwanted contaminants. These contaminants can range from heavy metals and pesticides to emerging substances such as microplastics, pharmaceuticals or personal care products. This problem has become a growing concern in organic waste management. This review focuses on critically analyzing available scientific articles for identification of potential contaminants in compost. It examines which types of compost may be more likely to contain the different types of contaminants. In addition, the different methodologies used in previous research to quantify the concentration of contaminants in compost are discussed, highlighting methods in sample preparation.
Composting, an ancient and effective biological process for managing organic waste, is essential both for waste disposal and for improving soil quality and acting as a natural fertilizer. However, its efficient use faces significant challenges due to the possible presence of unwanted contaminants. These contaminants can range from heavy metals and pesticides to emerging substances such as microplastics, pharmaceuticals or personal care products. This problem has become a growing concern in organic waste management. This review focuses on critically analyzing available scientific articles for identification of potential contaminants in compost. It examines which types of compost may be more likely to contain the different types of contaminants. In addition, the different methodologies used in previous research to quantify the concentration of contaminants in compost are discussed, highlighting methods in sample preparation.