The book “Microelements and radionuclides in the soils and plants of the forest belt of the Altai Mountains” by Sergey Nikolayevich Balykin is a fascinating and in-depth study that immerses the reader in the world of ecology, biogeochemistry and natural resources of a unique region of Russia. This work will be of interest not only to specialists in the field of ecology and agronomy, but also to everyone who is interested in natural sciences, environmental protection and sustainable development. In his book, Balykin explores important aspects of the interaction of microelements and radionuclides in the ecosystems of the forest belt of the Altai Mountains. This region is famous for its richness of flora and fauna, as well as unique geographical and climatic conditions that affect the composition of soils and vegetation. The author shares the results of many years of research, conducting an analysis of the content of trace elements and radionuclides in soils, as well as their impact on the plant world. The book offers the reader not only scientific data, but also practical recommendations for improving the state of ecosystems, which makes it relevant for ecologists, agronomists and students of relevant specialties. The topics raised in the book cover a wide range of ecosystem-related issues, including biogeochemical cycles, environmental pollution and its effects, and methods for monitoring and assessing soil and plant health. Balykin focuses on how anthropogenic factors affect