Studies of trace elements and heavy metals in the leaves of Murraya koenigii Linn. (Curry leaves) Plant

Abstract

Dry leaves of Murraya koenigii Linn. were digested with HNO3, and HCIO4, and the contents of the trace elements such as Fe, Ca, Zn, P, Mg, Cu, Mn, Cr, Pb, Cd, As, Hg were determined by atomic absorption spectroscopy. These elements were found to be within the permissible limits.