Essays about: "multimedia fate model"

Found 2 essays containing the words multimedia fate model.

1. 1. SOURCES OF DIOXINS TO BALTIC AIR Volatilization and Resuspension As Potential Secondary Sources of Dioxins to Air

   University essay from Kemiska institutionen

   Author : Van Anh Le; [2011]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are ubiquitous contaminants characterized by semi-volatility, low water solubility, high lipophilicity and inherent toxicity. A combination of these properties results in long-rang transport, bioaccumulation and biomagnification through food webs. READ MORE

3. 2. Environmental Risk Assessment of Nonylphenol Spillage in Göta Älv

   University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Institutionen Ingenjörshögskolan

   Author : Elham Arbaban Esfahani; [2008]
   Keywords : environmental risk assessment; multimedia fate model; nonylphenol;

   Abstract : Environmental concern due to handling of hazardous chemicals is growing. This issue drawsstakeholder attentions more than before to risks associated with accidental spillage in industryor traffic. This study aims at addressing the risks resulting from the spillage of one metrictonne nonylphenol from an imaginary traffic accident. READ MORE