Browsing Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences by Subject "Coal mining"
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Assessing the ecosystem support function of South African coal mining soil environments using earthworm (Eisenia andrei) bioassays
(Elsevier, 2021)Anthropogenic disturbances of soil environments predispose loss of soil ecosystem functions, including its habitat support function. In this study, the potential ecosystem support and habitat functions of soils from ... -
A bimodal pollination system enhances reproductive potential of translocated populations of an endangered grassland succulent
(AOSIS, 2019)A major concern during the translocation of higher plant species is related to habitat suitability and the availability of pollination services. Should these not meet the requirements of the plant, then successful reproduction ... -
Microbial community structure and relationship with physicochemical properties of soil stockpiles in selected South African opencast coal mines
(Taylor & Francis, 2019)At present, there is no comprehensive soil quality assessment practice for soil stockpiles in the South African coal mining industry. Soil microorganisms and enzymes are suitable indicators for soil quality monitoring. ... -
SAUCGA: the potential, role, and development of underground coal gasification in South Africa
(SAIMM, 2018)This paper offers an introduction to and strategic context for the other papers included in this special UCG edition of the Journal of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. South Africa is facing long-term ...