Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion of DDT and Mirex by a Marine Teleost, the Winter Flounder
Year: 1973
Type: article
Abstract: Vast quantities of highly persistent organochlorine compounds are released into the environment each year by man's agricultural and industrial activities (1,2). Numerous examples of the severe consequences of intense, acute exposure to such agents have been documented (3,4). At present, however, the larger problem is not one of intense contamination and short-term lethal effects; rather, it is of universal exposure to levels not yet overtly toxic. This is of primary importance in marine systems, particularly the highly productive coastal and estuarine waters, which are major recipients of these persistent compounds (5,6).
DOI: 10.1289/ehp.730445
Authors: J B Pritchard, A M Guarino, W B Kinter
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
SDG: Life below water
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $4,500
OpenAlex ID: W2055785290