Determining the bioaccumulation of 9 metals in aquatic invertebrates in mining areas
Thursday, July 19, 2018 - 10:46
in Earth & Climate
A new study has proposed an ecological threshold concentration of 9 metals for 10 taxa of aquatic macroinvertebrates from clean sites in the Nalón river basin (Asturias). This is the first step towards incorporating into river management plans quality criteria relating to the bioaccumulation of hazardous substances, as required by the EU.