Patterns of PCDD, RCDF, and PCB contamination in Great Lakes fish and birds and their characterization by principal components analysis

Journal Article · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Chemosphere; (United States)

OSTI ID:5001303

Stalling, D L; Norstrom, R J; Smith, L M; Simon, M

Contamination of the Great Lakes with polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs), dibenzofurans (PCDFs), and biphenyls (PCBs) has created concern because of the adverse effects of these chemicals on fish and wildlife. In addition, the use of fishery resources for recreation and food can be limited if harmful concentrations of these contaminants occur. Concerns about these residues are based on the observations that PCDDs and PCDFs in fish and birds are composed primarily of the highly toxic 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) and 2,3,7,8-tetrachloro-dibenzofuran (TCDF) and other 2,3,7,8-chlorine substituted penta- and hexa-chlorodibenzo-p-dioxins and -furans. The concentrations of 2,3,7,8-TCDD in fish and birds are greatest in regions where chlorinated organic chemicals are manufactured or near hazardous waste sites.

• Research Organization: Fish and Wildlife Service, Columbia, MO
• OSTI ID: 5001303
• Journal Information: Chemosphere; (United States), Journal Name: Chemosphere; (United States) Vol. 14:6-7; ISSN CMSHA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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