Among environment contaminants, Pb and Po have gained significant research attention due to their radioactive toxicity. Moss, with its exceptional adsorption capability for these radionuclides, serves as an indicator for environmental Pb and Po pollution. The paper reviews a total of 138 articles, summarizing the common methods and analytical results of Pb and Po research in moss. It elucidates the accumulation characteristics of Pb and Po in moss, discusses current research challenges, potential solutions, and future prospects in this field. Existing literature indicates limitations in common measurement techniques for Pb and Po in moss, characterized by high detection limits or lengthy sample processing. The concentration of Pb and Po within moss display substantial variations across different regions worldwide, ranging from
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