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Chromium hazards to fish, wildlife, and invertebrates: a synoptic review

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5994910
Ecological and toxicological aspects of chromium in the environment are reviewed, with special reference to North American natural resources. Subtopics include chemical properties and background concentrations in biological and abiotic samples, persistence, beneficial and protective properties, toxic and sublethal effects, results of field investigations, and current recommendations for the protection of sensitive species of fish and wildlife.
Research Organization:
Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, MD (USA)
OSTI ID:
5994910
Report Number(s):
PB-86-141298/XAB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English