National-scale, field-based evaluation of the biota-sediment accumulation factor model

Authors :: Wong, Charles S.
Capel, Paul D
Nowell, Lisa H.
Source :: Environmental Science & Technology. May 1, 2001, Vol. 35 Issue 9, p1709, 7 p.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: A recommended tool for the prediction of bioaccumulation of hydrophobic organic compounds (HOCs) in aquatic life is the biota-sediment accumulation factor (BSAF) model. This research serves to study the biota model from field information on fish from samples all over the United States.

Subjects :: Chemical industry -- Research
Aquatic microbiology -- Research
Environmental issues
Science and technology

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