First assessment of the highly contaminated harbour of Montevideo, Uruguay

Anthropogenic discharges in shallow bays and harbours, where residence times are extended due to partial enclosure, may cause severe effects on local pelagic and benthic communities. The proliferation of phytoplankton and pathogenic microorganisms, a common consequence, may also interfere with other...

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Published in:Marine pollution bulletin 2002-06, Vol.44 (6), p.551-576
Main Authors: Danulat, E, Muniz, P, Garcia-Alonso, J, Yannicelli, B
Format: Article
Language:English
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Uruguay, Montevideo
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Summary:Anthropogenic discharges in shallow bays and harbours, where residence times are extended due to partial enclosure, may cause severe effects on local pelagic and benthic communities. The proliferation of phytoplankton and pathogenic microorganisms, a common consequence, may also interfere with other coastal zone uses, like including recreation, and fishing, and human health.
ISSN:0025-326X