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State of the Chesapeake Bay

Journal Article · · Water Environment Technology; (USA)
OSTI ID:5478691
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  1. Univ. of Maryland, Baltimore (USA)
The US EPA undertook a six year study of the Chesapeake Bay-the US's largest estuary, as an example of the plight of estuarine and coastal waters where population growth and development, alteration of habitats, and discharge of pollutants have resulted in degrading environmental quality and productivity. This article discusses some of the results of the EPA's study.
OSTI ID:
5478691
Journal Information:
Water Environment Technology; (USA), Journal Name: Water Environment Technology; (USA) Vol. 2:9; ISSN WATTE; ISSN 1044-9493
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English