Scientific publications

The problem of search of more sensitive test-objects for different wastes biotest is discussed. The new test-object for condition of Karelia – Ceriodaphnia affinis Lillijeborg (Crustacea, Cladocera) – is proposed. The methods of cultivation and toxicological approaches with using of this species are examined. In the sub-acute experiments Ceriodaphnia affinis is characterized by lower resistance to the influence of technogeneous waters of Kostomuksha Mining Mill and main cations (potassium, sodium and calcium) than standard test-object Daphnia magna Straus. The species Ceriodaphnia affinis is recommended as a new test-object for the purposes of control of toxicity of Kostomuksha Mining Mill technogeneous waters.