SPHINGOMYELIN LEVELS IN Cynodon dactylon GROWING IN A POLLUTED SITE

ABSTRACT

This study investigated the impact of soil pollution on Sphingolipid levels in Cynodon dactylon (Bermudagrass), a common grass species. Bermudagrass samples were collected from a polluted site and compared to a control group grown in uncontaminated soil. The total protein, total glucose content, and various physiochemical properties of the soil were analyzed. Additionally, the microbial communities in both soil samples were assessed.Sphingolipids are a class of lipids essential for plant cell membranes and signaling pathways. Their levels can fluctuate in response to environmental stresses, including pollution. This study aimed to determine if Sphingolipid levels in Bermudagrass could serve as a biomarker for soil pollution.The analysis of total protein and glucose provided insights into the overall health and metabolic state of the Bermudagrass plants. Physiochemical analysis of the soil focused on parameters like pH, electrical conductivity, and heavy metal content, which can influence plant growth and microbial activity.Microbial analysis plays a crucial role in understanding the impact of pollution on soil health. Microbes play a vital role in nutrient cycling and degradation of pollutants. By comparing the microbial communities in the polluted and control soils, researchers can gain insights into how pollution alters the soil ecosystem.This study sheds light on how Sphingolipid levels in Bermudagrass respond to soil pollution. By correlating these changes with physiological and microbial analyses, the study offers a comprehensive understanding of the plant's tolerance mechanisms and the overall impact of pollution on the soil ecosystem. The findings can contribute to the development of biomonitoring strategies using Bermudagrass as a pollution indicator plant.