Search for dissertations about: "Mercury contamination"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the words Mercury contamination.
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1. Remediation of mercury contaminated soil and biological mercury methylation in the landscape
Abstract : Accumulation of mercury (Hg) in soil originating from both natural and anthropogenic sources poses a major hazard to environmental and human health. Inorganic Hg(II) in soil can be transformed to highly toxic methylmercury (MeHg) mainly via methylating microorganisms. READ MORE
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2. Decontamination of Mercury from Aqueous Systems via Electrochemical PtHg4 Alloy Formation
Abstract : Mercury is worldwide a severe heavy metal pollutant and a serious threat to human health and ecosystems. Mercury can be released into the environment by various natural processes; however, mercury pollution has been significantly amplified by human activities such as mining, production of fertilizers, waste incineration and disposal. READ MORE
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3. Eggshell thickness and levels of DDT, PCB and mercury in eggs of osprey [Pandion haliaetus (L.)] and marsh harrier [Circus aeruginosus (L.)] in relation to their breeding success and population status in Sweden
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4. Towards Abatement of Selected Emissions from Metals Manufacturing
Abstract : Although the metallurgical industry has made great strides in the reduction of unwanted emissions to the atmosphere as a result of production processes, significant challenges still exist. From a global perspective, even large reductions in emissions per produced ton become immaterial when considering that the total world production of metals continues to increase. READ MORE
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5. Contamination in Swedich waste wood : environmental implications, sources and waste management strategies
Abstract : Today, bulk materials, e.g. wood, plastic, steel, and concrete, are contaminated by hazardous substances such as heavy metals, causing environmental and resource problems during waste management. READ MORE