Soil contamination by heavy metals is a current concern that requires a suitable approach, taking the needs of modern societies into account. In mined areas the evaluation of soil contamination is an important tool for the management of degraded areas. This study was carried out in order to establish local reference values (LRV) for Zn in soils surrounding mining areas in the county of Vazante-MG (Brazil), with a view to evaluate the environmental contamination. Soil profiles were collected in the […]