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Fate of organic compounds in land application of contaminated municipal sludge

Journal Article · · J. - Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6158617
This study was undertaken to demonstrate the fate of organic compounds in sludge applied to soil and to extrapolate the consequences of repeated applications of contaminated sludges. High concentrations of sludge were used. Samples were taken at various depths and time intervals. The degradation and treatability of aromatic amines, polynuclear aromatic compounds, acidic compounds etc. is described. Movement of compounds and crop uptake is discussed. A cost effective approach for cleaning contaminated sites by recycling groundwater followed by isolation and land application of sludge is recommended. 13 references.
Research Organization:
Muskegon County Wastewater Management System, Road, MI
OSTI ID:
6158617
Journal Information:
J. - Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States), Journal Name: J. - Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States) Vol. 59:1; ISSN JWPFA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English