Natural restoration of ground water in UCG

Journal Article · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1982 · In Situ; (United States)

OSTI ID:6358678

Humenick, M J; Britton, L N; Mattox, C F

Ground water contamination from underground coal gasification (UCG) has been documented at several field tests in Texas and Wyoming. However, monitoring data following the termination of gasification operations has shown that contaminant concentrations decrease with time, apparently because of natural processes. This research evaluates the probable natural mechanisms for the reduction of organic contaminant concentrations in ground water. Results indicated that biological degradation and adsorption could be a significant mechanism for removal of organics from ground waters. 12 refs.

• Research Organization: Univ of Wyo, Laramie, USA
• OSTI ID: 6358678
• Journal Information: In Situ; (United States), Journal Name: In Situ; (United States) Vol. 6:2; ISSN ISOMD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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