Studies on the adsorption of selected polychlorinated biphenyl isomers on several surfaces
- 1 January 1976
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part B
- Vol. 11 (2) , 129-137
- https://doi.org/10.1080/03601237609372030
Abstract
The adsorption‐desorption characteristics of three selected PCB isomers on a soil and some of its constituents have been determined. The extent of adsorption for all surfaces follows the sequence hexachloro > tetrachloro > dichloro for the isomers chosen. For an individual isomer, the adsorption rates increase in the following sequence: Del Monte sand, illite clay, Woodburn soil, and humic acid. These results are discussed relative to environmental transport of the chemicals.Keywords
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