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Geoelectrical methods like induced polarization (IP) can monitor soil organic matter (SOM) interactions with minerals. This study shows IP effectively detects organo-mineral complex formation and saturation in soils.

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  • Soil organic matter (SOM) interactions with minerals are crucial for soil health, carbon sequestration, and nutrient cycling.
  • Understanding these interactions is key to managing soil ecosystems effectively.
  • Ferrihydrite and SOM components like pentaglycine are common in soils, influencing these processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the sensitivity of geoelectrical methods, specifically induced polarization (IP), to organo-mineral complex formation.
  • To assess the potential of IP as a noninvasive tool for monitoring mineral-fluid interactions in soils.
  • To understand the dynamics of SOM adsorption onto mineral surfaces.

Main Methods:

  • Multiscale experiments were conducted using millifluidic and column systems.
  • Ferrihydrite-coated materials (sand, ceramic beads, PDMS) were used to simulate soil conditions.
  • Induced polarization (IP) measurements and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were employed.

Main Results:

  • A significant increase in imaginary conductivity (IP parameter) was observed after pentaglycine injection, indicating surface complexation.
  • Subsequent decreases in imaginary conductivity suggested surface saturation or reduced adsorption.
  • SEM imaging confirmed morphological changes on ferrihydrite surfaces, supporting IP data.
  • Consistent IP responses across different experimental setups validated measurement reproducibility.

Conclusions:

  • Geoelectrical methods, particularly IP, show high sensitivity to organo-mineral complex formation.
  • IP can serve as a noninvasive technique for real-time monitoring of mineral-fluid interfaces and SOM dynamics.
  • These findings highlight the potential for applying IP in soil science and environmental monitoring.