Transport of organic contaminants in groundwater

The state of understanding of the physical, chemical and biological processes affecting organic contaminants in groundwater zones is reviewed with particular reference to horizontal flow in sand and gravel aquifers. Although a better understanding of the principles involved had greatly improved mode...

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Published in:Environmental science & technology 1985-05, Vol.19 (5), p.384-392
Main Authors: Mackay, Douglas M, Roberts, Paul V, Cherry, John A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
AGUAS SUBTERRANEAS
Applied sciences
CONTAMINACION DEL AGUA
CONTAMINANTES
EAU SOUTERRAINE
Exact sciences and technology
GROUNDWATER
Groundwaters
Natural water pollution
POLLUANT
POLLUTANTS
Pollution
POLLUTION DE L'EAU
WATER POLLUTION
Water treatment and pollution
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Summary:The state of understanding of the physical, chemical and biological processes affecting organic contaminants in groundwater zones is reviewed with particular reference to horizontal flow in sand and gravel aquifers. Although a better understanding of the principles involved had greatly improved models able to simulate and predict the movements of some contaminants, a more detailed knowledge of the processes controlling the fate and transport of contaminants was needed. The long time lags characterizing contaminant transport and their effects resulted in difficulties in assessing potential health problems. Thirty-three references are included.
ISSN:0013-936X
1520-5851
DOI:10.1021/es00135a001