ISSN:
1432-0703
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Energy, Environment Protection, Nuclear Power Engineering
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Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The exposure of newly fertilized amphibian embryos to malathion (44 mg/L) produces 67% mortality on the fifth day of exposure. Clinical signs of intoxication are evident on the fourth day. A variety of biochemical parameters, such as enzyme activity, lipid and protein content, was examined in control and malathion-treated embryos. The activity of acetyl, butyrylcholinesterase and aliesterase are quickly inhibited. An interference with cellular protein synthesis and redistribution is possible. A slight increase in total phospholipids is evident after 24 hr of exposure.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01061988
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