Degradation of Pink Water Compounds in Soil - TNT, RDX, HMX
Abstract
The degradation of pink water compounds in soil was studied. A simulated pink water containing TNT, RDX, HMX and 2,4-DNT was continuously applied to a series of soil columns at different flow rates, with and without carbon supplementation. Concentrations of TNT, RDX, HMX, total organic carbon, nitrates, nitrites, ammonia, pH, oxidation-reduction potential, and biotransformation products were monitored on a weekly basis. The results indicate that land treatment or land farming of pink water should not be considered as a treatment option for pink water. Hazardous biotransformation intermediates and unchanged concentrations of some of the pink water compounds would contaminate groundwaters and soils.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA157954
Entities
People
- Arthur M. Kaplan
- Barry Greene
- David L. Kaplan
Organizations
- United States Army Soldier Systems Center