Rapid Sediment Characterization Tools

Abstract

This guide provides information about several of the rapid sediment characterization technologies that can be used at marine sediment sites, including common techniques such as X-ray fluorescence for metals, immunoassays for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and polychlorinated biphenyls, QwikSed bioassay for assessing toxicity, and other more specialized techniques. Examples are provided to illustrate the efficacy of applying rapid sediment characterization tools for a broad range of applications, including remedial investigations/feasibility studies, total maximum daily load studies, and forensic studies. Finally, recommendations are given for the evaluation, selection, and application of RSC tools within three processes.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA487964

Entities

People

  • V. J. Kirtay

Organizations

  • Naval Information Warfare Systems Command

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aromatic Hydrocarbons
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Cyclic Hydrocarbons
  • Department Of Defense
  • Dna Microarrays
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Protection
  • Governments
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Measurement
  • Spectroscopy
  • Three Dimensional
  • Toxicity
  • United States Government

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