This report, which represents the first national assessment of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in the U.S. coastal zone, shows that they are widely distributed. PBDE concentrations in both sediment and bivalve tissue correlate with human population density along the U.S. coastline. The national and watershed perspectives given in this report are intended to support research, local monitoring, resource management, and policy decisions concerning these contaminants.
DATA/REPORT DETAILS
An Assessment of Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs) in Sediments and Bivalves of the U.S. Coastal Zone
- Published on:
- Science Area(s): Biological Effects of Contaminants and Nutrients, Stressor Impacts and Mitigation
- Region(s) of Study: Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of America (formerly Gulf of Mexico), Pacific Ocean, Waterbodies
- Primary Contact(s): dennis.apeti@noaa.gov, ed.johnson@noaa.gov, john.christensen@noaa.gov, kimani.kimbrough@noaa.gov
Citation:
Kimbrough, K.L., W.E. Johnson, G.G. Lauenstein, J.D. Christensen, and D.A. Apeti
Kimbrough, K.L., W.E. Johnson, G.G. Lauenstein, J.D. Christensen, and D.A. Apeti
Data/Report Type:
NOAA Technical Memorandum
NOAA Technical Memorandum
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