Chalcophile (As, Cd, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb, Zn) and Biophile (Cu, Mo, and V) Micro Elements

Based in the values of the median concentrations, the order of the distribution of calcophile and biophile elements in moss samples was Cd < Hg < As < Mo < Pb < V, Cu < Ni < Zn. The concentration data of Cu, Zn, Mo and V in moss samples showed moderate variation, while the concentration data of As, Hg, Cd, Ni and Pb showed high variation by indicating high geographical variation of these elements. This is probably linked with the local enrichment of these elements and the effects of different factors.