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Are Methylmercury Concentrations in the Wetlands of Kejimkujik National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada, Dependent on Geology?

Authors :
Siciliano, Steven D.
Sangster, Al
Daughney, Chris J.
Loseto, Lisa
Germida, James J.
Rencz, Andrew N.
O'Driscoll, Nelson J.
Lean, David R.S.
Source :
Journal of Environmental Quality; Nov/Dec2003, Vol. 32 Issue 6, p2085-2094, 10p
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

Investigates the influence of bedrock lithology on methylmercury (MeHg) concentrations in wetlands of Kejimkujik National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada. Role of wetlands in the export of MeHg to the watershed; Determination of the chemistry of the surface water; Type of lithology present in the terrestrial landscape.

Subjects

Subjects :
PETROLOGY
METHYLMERCURY
WETLANDS

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00472425
Volume :
32
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Journal of Environmental Quality
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
11540080
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2134/jeq2003.2085