High Concentrations Of Manganese Research Articles

An Assessment of High Natural Manganese Concentration in the Groundwater Upstream of a Non-Hazardous Solid Waste Plant in the Southern Latium Region

Manganese (Mn) is one of the most abundant metals naturally present in the environment, but currently, it also represents an important factor of environmental contamination due to intense human activity. To investigate the nature of the presence of concentrations above the limits (CSC) established by Legislative Decree 152/06 for manganese in the groundwater underlying a non-hazardous solid waste plant, a study was carried out on the geochemical characteristics of the aquifers present in the study area. The study aimed to determine the natural background value (NBV) of Mn in the groundwater underlying the study area, according to the “Guidelines for Determining the Background Values of Soils and Groundwater” of ISPRA. Indeed, NBV assessment and site-specific considerations can help identify any specific sources of contamination in an area. In the study area, the chemical–physical and geochemical parameters of the water of 11 piezometers were analyzed. Subsequently, statistical tests were applied to detect an NBV identified as 192.3 µg/L, therefore much higher than the CSC, due to possible ongoing local phenomena linked to the geogenic conditions of the soil, which could determine high manganese values. In fact, in the study area, some lithologies favor establishing anaerobic environments and releasing manganese in the groundwater as hydroxides. Consequently, this process can lead to high manganese concentrations, even exceeding legal limits.

Joint effects of tobacco smoke exposure and heavy metals on serum sex hormones in adult males.

This study aimed to explore the associations of tobacco smoke exposure (TSE) and heavy metal exposure on sex hormones and the joint effects between them in adult males. The study used data of 2244 adult males from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2013-2016). Weighted linear regression models were used to calculate their beta (β) coefficients and corresponding confidence interval (95% CI), which assessed the joint effects of TSE and heavy metals on sex hormones. Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) showed a positive association with increased per standard deviation (SD) for cotinine (β=0.024 [0.004, 0.043]; P<0.001), lead (β=0.021 [0.002, 0.039]; P=0.028), and cadmium (β=0.034 [0.015, 0.053]; P<0.001). Manganese was positively associated with estradiol (E2) (β=0.025 [0.009, 0.042]; P=0.002). The subjects with higher cadmium levels were more likely to have higher total testosterone (TT) (β=0.042 [0.023, 0.062]; P<0.001). TSE and lead exerted synergistic effects on TT (p for interaction = 0.015) and E2 (p for interaction = 0.009), as also did TSE and cadmium on SHBG (p for interaction = 0.037). Compared with the reference group, TSE participants who were exposed to high concentrations of lead, cadmium, mercury, and manganese had significantly elevated TT levels, but these high levels presented no significant association with E2 levels. A significantly higher level of SHBG among TSE participants was detected in high concentrations for lead, cadmium, and mercury. TSE exacerbated sex hormone imbalances when combined with high levels of metal exposure. Smoking cessation is crucial, especially in the case of high levels of occupational exposure to heavy metals.

Hydrogeochemical analysis of processes affecting HCH removal using ZVI-based treatment technology

In the 1960s, ca. 3000–5000 tons of HCH residue were disposed of in an overburden dump at the Hájek kaolin/uranium mine site (Czech Republic). The dump leachate, which has a 136 μg/l average total content of hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) isomers, discharges into a local creek and contaminates the ecosystem. A full-scale prototype for the treatment of dump leachate comprised three sequential stages: 1) permeable reactive modules filled with macro-zerovalent iron (mZVI), 2) a biosorption module and 3) an aerobic wetland module. After commissioning, HCH removal efficiency reached 95%, but decreased to 70% over the following 230 days, primarily due to the efficiency of the mZVI modules dropping from 76% to 39%. Hydrogeochemical analysis and geochemical modelling revealed that the reduction in efficiency was mainly caused by passivation of mZVI surfaces and clogging of mZVI pore spaces through precipitation of goethite, calcite and rhodochrosite, or siderite and magnetite instead of goethite where boundary conditions for O2 differed. XRD analysis of the solid phase from the mZVI modules confirmed the geochemical modelling results. The major part of the precipitated products (46–66 wt%) comprised a ferric hydroxide amorphous phase, especially in the initial mZVI module inlet, with goethite the second most abundant precipitate (10–40 wt%). Siderite and calcite also mainly precipitated in the initial module inlet. In conclusion, mZVI appears to be a suitable reductant for HCH; however, the longevity of the ZVI-based treatment system was negatively affected by precipitates in the presence of high concentrations of iron, manganese and carbonate species.

Jacobsite as an indicator of genrsis of manganese ore of the Ushkatyn-III deposit (Central Kazakhstan)

Jacobsite is a characteristic minor mineral of manganese ores at the Ushkatyn-III deposit in Central Kazakhstan. It mainly associates with hausmannite, tephroite, sonolite, friedelite, pennantite and calcite in the bulk mass of ores. A similar association, but without hausmannite, is also characteristic of jacobsite from veinlets intersecting the bulk mass ore. The chemical composition of jacobsite varies from Mn1.5Fe1.5O4 to MnFe2O4. A mineral with a high content of manganese (1 atoms per formula unit (apfu)) dominates the bulk mass of ores, while the veins are dominated by stoichiometric jacobsite (Mn ~1 apfu). The mineral composition of ores was formed in the process of low-grade metamorphism of metal-bearing deposits of hydrothermal-sedimentary genesis. The formation of jacobsite in metamorphosed metal-bearing deposits occurs under reducing conditions. With an increase in oxygen fugacity (oxidation potential), jacobsite is replaced by the association of hausmannite with hematite. Crystallization of jacobsite in the veinlets intersecting the hausmannite ores is carried out due to the entry of iron-containing hydrothermal solutions into them. It is assumed that jacobsite veinlets serve as mineralogical markers through seepage of ore-bearing hydrothermal structures («feeding channels») producing manganese-rich ores.

Experimental validation of the neutron flux suppression in samples with high manganese content in instrumental neutron activation analysis

Experimental validation of the neutron flux suppression in samples with high manganese content in instrumental neutron activation analysis

A riboswitch-controlled TerC family transporter Alx tunes intracellular manganese concentration in Escherichia coli at alkaline pH.

Cells use transition metal ions as structural components of biomolecules and cofactors in enzymatic reactions, making transition metal ions integral cellular components. Organisms optimize metal ion concentration to meet cellular needs by regulating the expression of proteins that import and export that metal ion, often in a metal ion concentration-dependent manner. One such regulation mechanism is via riboswitches, which are 5'-untranslated regions of an mRNA that undergo conformational changes to promote or inhibit the expression of the downstream gene, commonly in response to a ligand. The yybP-ykoY family of bacterial riboswitches shares a conserved aptamer domain that binds manganese ions (Mn2+). In Escherichia coli, the yybP-ykoY riboswitch precedes and regulates the expression of two different genes: mntP, which based on genetic evidence encodes an Mn2+ exporter, and alx, which encodes a putative metal ion transporter whose cognate ligand is currently in question. The expression of alx is upregulated by both elevated concentrations of Mn2+ and alkaline pH. With metal ion measurements and gene expression studies, we demonstrate that the alkalinization of media increases the cytoplasmic manganese pool, which, in turn, enhances alx expression. The Alx-mediated Mn2+ export prevents the toxic buildup of the cellular manganese, with the export activity maximal at alkaline pH. We pinpoint a set of acidic residues in the predicted transmembrane segments of Alx that play a critical role in Mn2+ export. We propose that Alx-mediated Mn2+ export serves as a primary protective mechanism that fine tunes the cytoplasmic manganese content, especially during alkaline stress.IMPORTANCEBacteria use clever ways to tune gene expression upon encountering certain environmental stresses, such as alkaline pH in parts of the human gut and high concentration of a transition metal ion manganese. One way by which bacteria regulate the expression of their genes is through the 5'-untranslated regions of messenger RNA called riboswitches that bind ligands to turn expression of genes on/off. In this work, we have investigated the roles and regulation of alx and mntP, the two genes in Escherichia coli regulated by the yybP-ykoY riboswitches, in alkaline pH and high concentration of Mn2+. This work highlights the intricate ways through which bacteria adapt to their surroundings, utilizing riboregulatory mechanisms to maintain Mn2+ levels amidst varying environmental factors.

The shape recovery behavior of compressively deformed Fe–Mn–Si–Cr–Ni alloys

Cylindrical alloys fabricated from shape memory Fe–xMn–5Si–5Ni–yCr were produced by utilizing diverse solid volume fractions through the use of the powder metallurgy and sintering technique. The shape recovery due to compressive force was analyzed and correlated with the volume fractions. A higher concentration of manganese (Mn) will result in a decrease in shape recovery as a result of the formation of oxides, precipitates and unintended intermetallics during the furnace cooling process. The dislocation occurring within and around the grain boundary is another significant factor contributing to the reduction in shape recovery. The increase in chromium (Cr) content reduces the likelihood of dislocation around the grain boundary. The effectiveness of compressive deformation was examined and correlated.

Effects of Mn addition on oxidation behaviour of heat-resistant steel in a high-temperature steam environment

A comparative study of high chromium (Super304H) and high manganese low chromium heat-resistant steel (HT630) was carried out at 650 °C in steam. Results indicate that the high manganese content in HT630 significantly improved its oxidation resistance. It is ascribed to the formation of a dense protective MnCr2O4 oxide layer during oxidation. MnCr2O4 layer effectively inhibits the diffusion of iron, suppresses the growth of iron-rich oxides, promotes the formation of an iron-rich protective interface with the matrix, and improves the overall oxidation resistance.

Plant-based food contact materials: presence of hazardous substances

As a result of the European Single Use Plastic Directive and as part of the transition to a circular economy, plastic food contact materials (FCMs) are being replaced, often by renewable plant-based materials. This research aimed to identify which chemical substances are present in plant-based materials. In 2022 a total of 28 samples of the latter materials from the Dutch market were analysed for 313 active substances from plant protection products, 47 per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFASs) and 27 heavy metals and other elements. Ten samples contained plant protection products that are not authorised in the EU. Most materials contained PFASs at trace or even high levels. Three out of four investigated sugar cane materials contained 6:2 fluorotelomer alcohol at levels up to 1.7 mg/kg. High contents of aluminium, manganese, iron, zinc, and barium were found. Other heavy metals, such as arsenic, lead and mercury were found in relatively low contents. A broad GC-MS screening was performed, which revealed the presence of plant extractable, plasticisers, antioxidants and hydrocarbons, which were not all authorised for FCMs, but may be present as non-intentionally added substances.

Biochemical changes and bioaccumulation of manganese in Astyanax lacustris (Teleostei: Characidae).

Major tailings dam failures have occurred recently around the world and resulted in severe environmental impacts, such as metal contamination. Manganese is a metal highly associated with mining activities, largely detected in mining dam collapses. This metal is considered necessary for different organisms, but it can be toxic and cause oxidative stress and genetic damage in fishes. In this study, we investigated the toxic effects of manganese on Astyanax lacustris, by exposing the fish individually to different concentrations of this metal (2.11, 5.00, and 10.43 mg/L) for 96 h. To assess the effects of manganese, we used biochemical biomarkers (glutathione S-transferase, catalase, and acetylcholinesterase enzyme activity) and the manganese bioaccumulation in different tissues (liver and gills). The obtained data showed that only at concentrations of 5.00 mg/L and 10.43 mg/L the activity of glutathione S-transferase differed significantly. Additionally, the acetylcholinesterase activity in the brain tissue was inhibited. The highest level of manganese bioaccumulation was observed in the liver and branchial tissue. Overall, we concluded that high concentrations of manganese may cause physiological changes in Astyanax lacustris.

FEATURES OF THE DISTRIBUTION AND COMPOSITION OF SNOW COVER WITHIN THE LANDSCAPES OF CHASHNIKOVO

For landscape conditions in the upper reaches of the river Klyazma, Solnechnogorsk district, Moscow region, the height and reserves of snow cover were investigated, and the chemical composition of the snow was determined. The basis for considering the component composition of snow cover was the geochemical taxonomy of chemical elements based on the characteristics of water migration and abundance. Data from 23 snow sampling points were interpolated in SAGA GIS using the inverse distance weighting (IDW) method. On this basis, zones differing in the chemical composition of snow are identified. One of the zones is confined to the M-10 Moscow-St. Petersburg highway, while the second borders on populated areas. The area close to the highway is characterized by increased levels of calcium, sodium, aluminum, and chloride ions in the snow cover. The second zone, bordering populated areas, is characterized by a high content of calcium, copper, and manganese in the snow. For the third zone, low concentrations of components in the snow were observed which are characteristic of a superaquatic landscape due to the distance from sources of pollution. The studied composition of snow waters belongs to the bicarbonate-sodium-calcium-chloride class. It has been shown that the height and reserves of snow cover are partially controlled by two factors: the type of elementary landscape and the type of ecosystem. Against this background, the spatial distribution of concentrations of elements and anions in snow is predominantly controlled by the anthropogenic factor.

Interaction of extreme drought and insect herbivores on grassland community is affected by drought pattern

Abstract Extreme drought and insect herbivores can affect plant community non-independently, and their interaction may be influenced by drought pattern. However, few studies have explored the interaction on plant community structure, and no study has investigated whether the interaction is affected by drought pattern. We explored the interaction of different extreme drought patterns and insect herbivores with a manipulated experiment in a semiarid grassland. There were three treatments for drought: control—ambient precipitation; chronic drought—66% precipitation reduction in the growing season (May–August); intense drought—completely exclusion of rain events from June to July. Herbivores removal and present treatments were imposed within each drought treatment. We found that although herbivores had no significant effects on the impacts of droughts on total species richness, it alleviated the impacts of chronic drought on total cover, and the alleviating role decreased under intense drought. Comparing with intense drought, more increasing of grass cover led to more alleviation under chronic drought associated with the decrease of forb which has low leaf carbon and dry matter content, along with high starch, calcium, magnesium and manganese concentration. These results indicate that the interaction of drought and herbivores is affected by drought pattern, and the changes in leaf traits that reduce herbivores feeding in grass might alleviate the impact of drought on grassland.

Effect of manganese and vanadium additions on the microstructures and two-body abrasive wear behaviors of Fe–B hardfacing alloys

Fe–B wear-resistant alloys often exhibit brittleness and suboptimal wear resistance, making them unsuitable for severe operational conditions. In this study, we incorporated ferromanganese powder and ferrovanadium powder were compounded into the Fe–B wear-resistant alloy by plasma cladding technology. The results indicate that the addition of a minor percentage of vanadium, such as about 2 wt%, does not induce any changes in the phase composition. The alloy layer primarily consists of (Mn,Fe)2B and γ-Fe, with vanadium predominantly dissolving in the primary (Mn,Fe)2B phase. This dissolution enhances the toughness of the hard phase and refines the grain structure. At around 4 wt% vanadium, a spherical VB phase precipitates. This inclusion elevates the impact toughness of the alloy layer. The impact toughness of the high manganese content with 4.69 wt% vanadium is the highest, up to 39.11 J/cm2, which is about 30 %higher than that of the sample without vanadium. As vanadium content rises, both the hardness and wear resistance of the alloy layer improve. The most optimal performance was observed with a manganese content of 20.15 wt% and vanadium at 4.69 wt%, achieving a hardness of 65.5 HRC and wear amounts of 48.1 mg (24 N load) and 85.0 mg (48 N load).

Slow drawdown, fast recovery: Stream macroinvertebrate communities improve quickly after large dam decommissioning

Abstract Dam removal is increasingly considered as a river restoration tool for impoundments that harm the environment or have exceeded their lifespan. However, few studies report the ecological consequences of large dam removal. We performed a multiple before‐after/control‐impact (mBACI) study to investigate the consequences of the decommissioning of a large dam (42 m high) on instream habitat and invertebrate communities in a temperate, forested catchment of northern Spain. Before decommissioning, lack of fine sediments and high concentrations of manganese and iron occurred below the dam but decreased downstream. Invertebrate taxa richness and diversity were reduced, and pollution‐sensitive taxa were missing just below the dam. The drawdown of the reservoir, the first step towards its decommissioning, mobilized stored sediments causing frequent turbidity peaks downstream, which nevertheless, caused no detrimental effects on macroinvertebrate communities. One year after drawdown, the communities downstream from the dam, as well as those in the newly formed stream in the area formerly impounded by the reservoir, became very similar to those in control reaches, showing a successful restoration project. Synthesis and applications. Dam decommissioning helps restore instream habitats and facilitates the recovery of invertebrate communities in a very short time frame if there are nearby sources of potential colonizers. Slow drawdown reduces the transport of the sediments accumulated in the reservoir and their potential downstream impacts, even more if prior to drawdown the reservoir is kept full for years to promote the deposition of sediments in marginal areas that will later be readily colonized by trees.

Geoenvironmental Assessment of the Impacts of Ewu-Elepe Dumpsite on Soil and Groundwater Resources at Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria

The environmental status of the municipal solid waste dumpsite at Ewu-Elepe, Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State was investigated. A total of seventeen (17) samples consisting of twelve (12) soils, three (3) groundwater and two (2) leachate samples were collected and analyzed for different parameters using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The results revealed that in the leachate samples, all the heavy metals, Cl- , COD, salinity, and conductivity contents showed significant increase. The physicochemical results for the groundwater samples agreed with the international standards for drinking water, except for high cadmium content (0.009mg/l) recorded in the groundwater sample W1 which exceeded the NSDWQ and WHO permissible limits of 0.003 and 0.005mg/l respectively for drinking water, and high manganese content (0.09mg/l) recorded also in W1. The results of soil samples from the dumpsite showed that the concentration of all the heavy metals, Zn (23.5mg/kg), Cu (10.8mg/kg), Cr (14.2mg/kg), Ni (3.47mg/kg) and Pb (19.0mg/kg) fall below the Sediment Quality Criteria ISQG-Low level and the Lowest Effect Range of the New York Sediment Criteria except for Cd (16.60mg/kg) which is even higher than the High Effect Range of both the New York sediment Criteria and the Sediment Quality Criteria that the soil within the dumpsite have been moderately impacted is further demonstrated by the application of environmentric parameters treatment such as Contamination Factor (CF), Geo-accumulation Index, Enrichment Factor (EF) and Ecological Risk Factor Analyses. The results of the sediment quality assessment are good evidence to confirm that the soil of the dumpsite is highly polluted with cadmium (Cd), and moderately contaminated with lead (Pb). This study reveals that the solid waste dumpsite is affecting the natural quality of the ambient environment. Therefore, indiscriminate dumping of solid waste at the dumpsite should be prohibited.

Effect of the type of ion-exchange resin on Mn&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; adsorption in the presence of competing cations

Present in soils, ground and surface waters, manganese is among the most common metals in Earth crust. It is also an essential trace element to the functioning of several enzymes in the human body. However, exposure to high manganese concentrations can also be harmful to humans with psychiatric and motor effects and therefore, manganese concentrations in drinking water and also industrial effluents are regulated. In the current work, the adsorption of Ca&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt;, Mg&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; and Mn&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; on three different ion-exchange resins: (i) aminophosphonic acid - chelating (Purolite S950), (ii) polyacrylic weak acid cation (Purolite C104E) and (iii) polystyrene strong acid cation (Purolite C100) was investigated. The results revealed that Purolite S950 had the highest Mn2+ uptake (37.9 mg/mL-resin or 0.69 mmol/mL-resin) as compared to Ca&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; (3.2 mg/mL-resin or 0.08 mmol/mL-resin) and Mg&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; (~0 mg/mL-resin) and was selected for further kinetics and equilibrium studies. The results indicated Purolite S950 as particularly suited to be applied in the treatment of neutral mine waters with high Mg/Mn ratios. Additionally, Purolite S950 showed a small affinity for Ca&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; and therefore an efficient Mn&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; removal will depend on the Ca/Mn ratio of the mine water under treatment. According to the kinetic analysis, manganese sorption on Purolite S950 was described by the pseudo-second order model (r&lt;sup&gt;2&lt;/sup&gt; &gt; 0.98) with an activation energy of 10.40 kJ/mol and thus pore-difussion was the rate controlling step of the process. In terms of equilibrium studies, manganese sorption on Purolite S950 followed the Langmuir model with maximum loadings of up to 41.5 mg/mL-resin. The thermodynamic modelling indicated an exothermic process (-85.0 kJ/mol, as standard enthalpy) with a standard entropy of -274 J/mol.K, which was ascribed to the release of two adsorbed H&lt;sup&gt;+&lt;/sup&gt; ions for each Mn&lt;sup&gt;2+&lt;/sup&gt; ion taken up from solution

Trace Elements in Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: The Current State of Knowledge.

Changes in trace element concentrations are being wildly considered when it comes to neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. This study aims to present the role that trace elements play in the central nervous system. Moreover, we reviewed the mechanisms involved in their neurotoxicity. Low zinc concentrations, as well as high levels of copper, manganese, and iron, activate the signalling pathways of the inflammatory, oxidative and nitrosative stress response. Neurodegeneration occurs due to the association between metals and proteins, which is then followed by aggregate formation, mitochondrial disorder, and, ultimately, cell death. In Alzheimer's disease, low Zn levels suppress the neurotoxicity induced by β-amyloid through the selective precipitation of aggregation intermediates. High concentrations of copper, iron and manganese cause the aggregation of intracellular α-synuclein, which results in synaptic dysfunction and axonal transport disruption. Parkinson's disease is caused by the accumulation of Fe in the midbrain dopaminergic nucleus, and the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis derives from Zn deficiency, leading to an imbalance between T cell functions. Aluminium disturbs the homeostasis of other metals through a rise in the production of oxygen reactive forms, which then leads to cellular death. Selenium, in association with iron, plays a distinct role in the process of ferroptosis. Outlining the influence that metals have on oxidoreduction processes is crucial to recognising the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases and may provide possible new methods for both their avoidance and therapy.

High Manganese Content of Lipid NanoMn (LNM) by Microfluidic Technology for Enhancing Anti-Tumor Immunity.

Immunotherapy is a clinically effective method for treating tumors. Manganese can activate the cGAS-STING signaling pathway and induce an anti-tumor immune response. However, its efficacy is hindered by non-specific distribution and low uptake rates. In this study, we employed microfluidic technology to design and develop an innovative preparation process, resulting in the creation of a novel manganese lipid nanoparticle (LNM). The lipid manganese nanoparticle produced in this process boasts a high manganese payload, excellent stability, the capacity for large-scale production, and high batch repeatability. LNM has effectively demonstrated the ability to activate the cGAS-STING signaling pathway, induce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and inhibit tumor development. Notably, LNM does not require combination chemotherapy drugs or other immune activators. Therefore, LNM presents a safe, straightforward, and efficient strategy for anti-tumor immune activation, with the potential for scalable production.

Sources and Treatment Methods of Excessive Manganese Ion in Groundwater in A Certain Area

Trace element manganese is an essential element for human body, but the high concentration of manganese will adversely affect human health and all aspects of daily production and life. Elevated levels of manganese directly affect the color of the water, making it more prone to discoloration when used to wash clothes or dishes. Prolonged exposure to this water may cause organ damage. The groundwater in the study area is sampled and tested, and the test data is analyzed. The main results are as follows: the groundwater manganese ions in the study area exceed the standard, and the concentration of manganese ions in the southwest mountainous area is higher than that in other areas. In southwest China, due to the planting of a large number of tea trees, the main source of manganese in groundwater is manganese-containing fertilizer, and sewage recovery and treatment should be considered in combination with slope rainwater recovery equipment. In other fields, the manganese in groundwater is mainly from domestic sewage. The combined treatment of manganese ions in groundwater by chemical method and contact oxidation method is considered.

Effect and Cytotoxic Influence of High Concentrations of Manganese on the Phenotypic Variation of different Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Seedlings

This study explores the phenotypic responses of diverse chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) germplasms to heavy metal (Mn) stress, emphasizing seedling traits vital for plant establishment and growth. Chickpea seeds obtained from Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology underwent meticulous examination and were stressed with manganese (Mn) supplementation at 200 µM Mn. Germination assays were meticulously conducted under controlled conditions, with data recorded over a 14-day span. Statistical analysis uncovered significant variations among germplasms concerning traits such as seed volume, germination percentage, 100-seed weight, speed of germination, field emergence, shoot and root lengths, seedling length, and vigour index-I. Correlation analysis delineated intricate interrelationships between these traits under heavy metal (Mn) stress. Notably, ICCV 92944 emerged as a superior variety, showcasing rapid germination, vigorous seedling growth, and remarkable stress tolerance. Other promising genotypes include HC 3, BG 267, and SBD 377. These findings offer valuable insights for breeding programs aimed at cultivating stress-tolerant chickpea varieties, thereby contributing to sustainable crop production in contaminated environments.