In this study, levels of alkali metals (Na, K), alkaline earth metals (Ca, Mg), and trace metals (Zn, Mn, Cu, Fe) were measured in commercially available basil (Ocimum basilicum) and arugula (Eruca sativa) samples collected from various vendors in the central region of Texas. Quantitative analyses were performed using atomic absorbtion spectrophotometry. Results are compared in relation to available information on growing conditions (e.g. organic, conventional), which were obtained directly from the farmers and/or vendors.

Metal levels in basil (<i>Ocimum basilicum</i>) and arugula (<i>Eruca sativa</i>) commercially available in central Texas

245th National Meeting (2013)

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Metal levels in basil (Ocimum basilicum) and arugula (Eruca sativa) commercially available in central Texas