Trace metal (Cd, Pb, Cu, Zn and Cr) distribution in sediments along east coast of the Adriatic Sea (Croatia)
Bogner, D; Ujevic, I; Baric, A
| HERO ID | 454557 |
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| In Press | No |
| Year | 2005 |
| Title | Trace metal (Cd, Pb, Cu, Zn and Cr) distribution in sediments along east coast of the Adriatic Sea (Croatia) |
| Authors | Bogner, D; Ujevic, I; Baric, A |
| Journal | Fresenius Environmental Bulletin |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Page Numbers | 50-58 |
| Abstract | Surface sediment samples collected from five stations along the east coast of the Adriatic Sea were analyzed for Cd, Pb, Cu, Zn, Cr, organic matter, carbonate and granulometric composition. Trace metal concentrations in the sediments depend on pollution sources, local environmental characteristics, as well as geology of the surrounding terrestrial environment. Factor loadings of PCA indicated that chromium is mostly natural, lead and zinc are probably anthropogenic, while cadmium and copper are of both natural and anthropogenic origin. The obtained trace metal concentrations indicate that the investigated areas are not considerably polluted. |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |
| Keyword | Adriatic Sea; carbonate; organic matter; PCA analysis; sediment; trace; metals; krka river estuary; heavy-metals; grain-size; sequential extraction; continental-shelf; surface sediments; marine-sediments; organic-matter; bay; china |
| Is Qa | No |