Sediments

This important volume-the product of a meeting of a select group of scientists-provides the most recent research results from the world's leaders in the study of toxic pollutants in sediments.It gives practical information on measuring and mapping distributions of concentrations of pollutants and their toxic effects in sediments. Also covered are the use and relative advantages and disadvantages of benthic chambers sedimentation traps box corers peepers and other sampling techniques in sediment research and assessment.Important topics covered include: bioassay elemental speciation diffuse source problems nutrient flux biomethylation bioavailability and toxicity assessment.Will help in assessment and monitoring of chemistry dynamics bioavailability and toxicity of pollutants as well helping to chart courses for remedial action.This book will be of interest to anyone interested in the processes controlling the chemistry and movement of pollutants in sediments especially:limnologistsaquatic toxicologistsengineerslake managersecologistsbiologistsenvironmental chemists