Factors Influencing Bioaccumulation of Sediment-Associated Contaminants by Aquatic Organisms, Factors Related to Sediment and Water. Environmental Effects of Dredging.
Abstract
PURPOSE: This is the second technical note in a series of four which outlines and describes the principal factors' that determine uptake and retention of chemicals by aquatic organisms. The first three notes describe factors related to contaminants, sediment and water, and biota. The fourth note is a glossary and bibliography. The information contained herein is intended to assist Corps of Engineers environmental personnel in activities requiring a working knowledge of concepts and terminology in the subject of chemical uptake, retention, and elimination by aquatic organisms exposed to contaminated sediments. pg1. JMD
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA292548
Entities
People
- Charles H. Lutz
- Francis J. Reilly
- Victor A. Mcfarland