An investigation of metal contaminants in sediments of Arctic Svalbard : inferences for sources and transport pathways

The Arctic region is a seemingly pristine, remote environment, yet in the past few decades there has been increasing evidence that it is greatly impacted by anthropogenic metal contamination. The heavy metals are attributed to adverse effects on the health of biota and indigenous populations, due to...

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Main Author: Vare, Lindsay Louise
Other Authors: Shimmield, Tracy ; Black, Kenny
Published: University of the Highlands and Islands 2008
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.590975