ABSTRACT
Many wetlands around the world act as sinks for pollutants, in particular for trace elements. In comparison to terrestrial environments, wetlands are still far less studied. A collaborative effort among world experts, this book brings the current knowledge concerning trace elements in temporary waterlogged soils and sediments together. It discusses factors controlling the dynamics and release kinetics of trace elements and their underlying biogeochemical processes. It also discusses current technologies for remediating sites contaminated with trace metals, and the role of bioavailability in risk assessment and regulatory decision making. This book is intended for professionals around the world in disciplines related to contaminant bioavailability in aquatic organisms, contaminant fate and transport, remediation technologies, and risk assessment of aquatic and wetland ecosystems.
Understanding and Processes. Release Kinetics of Metals in Floodplain Soils. Physicochemical Factors Controlling Stability of Heavy Metal and Metalloids in Wetland Soils and Sediments. Adsorption-Desorption Of Metals in Waterlogged Soils and Sediments. Nanomaterials in Estuarine and Riverine Floodplain Soils and Sediments. Fate of Mercury in Sediments after In Situ Treatment or Capping. Rare Earth Elements in Waterlogged Soils and Sediments. Concomitant Reduction and Immobilization of Chromium In Relation To Its Bioavailability in Soils. Geochemical Controls of Uranium in Sediments. Examination of U Interactions with Co-Contaminants in Subsurface Sediments from Rifle, CO. Bioavailability & Remediation. Bioavailability of Metals in Dredge Sediments. Understanding the Relationship Between Metal Bioavailability In Contaminated Sediments And Biological Receptors. The Application Of Passive Sampler (DGT) Technology For Improved Understanding Of Metal Behavior And Contaminant Management At Marine Disposal Sites In The UK. Soil-Plant-Interactions Of Metals In Temporary Waterlogged Soils. Phytoremediation Of Trace Elements Of Waterlogged Soils And Sediments. Active Media For In-Situ Remediation Of Contaminated Sediments. Remediation And Management Of Contaminated Sediments.
