Simultaneous accumulations of naphthalene, a PCB mixture, and benzo(a)pyrene, by the oyster, Crassostrea virginica

Journal Article · Thu Jan 31 23:00:00 EST 1985 · Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01609731· OSTI ID:5650904

Fortner, A R; Sick, L V

The objective of the present investigation was to assess accumulations or ogranic contaminants when the oyster Crassostrea virginica was simultaneously exposed to several contaminants. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), naphthalene, and benzo(a)pyrene were selected for study due to their toxicity and ubiquitous distribution in the marine environment. The objective included considering the possible significance of contaminant accumulations to humans by using a commercially important organism, and possible antagonistic-synergistic effects of multiple contaminants. The bioavailability of contaminants presented as dissolved versus particulate matter was also investigated.

• Research Organization: National Marine Fisheries Service, Charleston, SC
• OSTI ID: 5650904
• Journal Information: Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States), Journal Name: Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States) Vol. 34:2; ISSN BECTA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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