Biogeochemical indication of environmental contamination: A case study of a large copper smelter

The enrichment of different environments (atmospheric depositions, soil, water, bottom sediments) in elements that are transferred with atmospheric emissions of a copper smelter is demonstrated by the example of Lake Serebry, which is situated in the zone of direct and indirect air-borne anthropogenic impact. The bioaccumulation and bioconcentartion of elements in the organs and tissues of fish from Lake Serebry are estimated in comparison with those of Lake Seliger, which is located far away from mining-metallurgical complexes.