Environmental impacts of ground disposal of sludges containing trace metals

Journal Article · Sat Jan 31 23:00:00 EST 1981 · J. Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6500379

Chang, A C; Page, A L; Bingham, F T

The potential impact of trace metal elements associated with the land reutilization of wastewater sludges is evaluated. Results published in the literature, together with data obtained in laboratory and field experiments are used to demonstrate the impact of cropland application of sludges. Studies indicate that when sludges are used to satisfy plant nutrient requirements, trace metals introduced over the short term are not likely to damage crops. However, the accumulation of phytotoxic metals in the surface soil poses a potential danger. (33 references, 9 tables)

• Research Organization: Univ of California, Riverside
• OSTI ID: 6500379
• Journal Information: J. Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Water Pollut. Control Fed.; (United States) Vol. 53:2; ISSN JWPFA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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