Development and evaluation of test methods for benthic invertebrates and sediments: Effects of flow rate and feeding on water quality and exposure conditions (original) (raw)

1993, Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology

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This research focuses on the development and evaluation of test methods for assessing the impact of various sediment conditions on benthic invertebrates. The study emphasizes the optimization of flow rates and feeding rates during sediment toxicity tests with three benthic species to ensure standardized conditions and accurate results across laboratories. Key findings indicate that variations in these parameters can significantly affect the pore water concentrations of contaminants, which has important implications for understanding the exposure of these organisms to sediment-associated toxins.

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