Essays about: "log Kd"

Found 3 essays containing the words log Kd.

  1. 1. Sorption of PFOS to different solid components as a function of aqueous chemistry

    University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för naturvetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jean Noël UWAYEZU; [2018]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Knowledge of fate and transport of chemical contaminants in the environment is essential for reducing their adverse effects to humans and wildlife. Surface and ground waters serve as drinking water which helps to sustain life. READ MORE

  3. 2. Spreading of persistent organic pollutants from fiber bank sediments

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Aquatic Sciences and Assessment

    Author : Lisa Vogel; [2015]
    Keywords : persistent organic pollutants; PCB; DDT; HCB; fiber bank; paper and pulp; POM; log Kd; bioaccumulation; pore water concentration; Marenzelleria spp.; Saduria entomon;

    Abstract : Discharge of untreated wastewater from paper and pulp industries have led to large environmental impacts on the coastal sediments in Västernorrland, Sweden. Dissolved fibers caused the formation of large fiber banks and fiber influenced sediment areas, which proved to be highly affected by contamination with persistent organic pollutants (POPs). READ MORE

  4. 3. Effects of pH and Cation Composition on Sorption of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) to Soil Particles

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Malin Ullberg; [2015]
    Keywords : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances PFASs ; Soil; Partitioning coefficients; Partitioning; sorption; solution chemistry; electrostatic interaction; Visual MINTEQ; Perfluoroalkylsubstanser PFAS ; jord; partitioneringskoefficienter; sorption; lösningske- mi; elektrostatisk interaction; Visual MINTEQ;

    Abstract : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) have drawn great attention recently, due to their environmental persistence, potential toxicity and global distribution. PFAS is a large family of substances, characterized by a perflourinated carbon chain and a functional group. READ MORE