Naturally occurring arsenic and metals in coastal streams and intertidal sediments and biota

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Abstract

The oxidation of arsenopyrite (FeAsS), which is present in quartz veins of a mountainous region (Croagh Patrick) in western Ireland, is potentially leading to elevated Arsenic (As) levels in local streams that discharge into the coastal zone (Clew Bay). This study investigated the transport and accumulation of metals in the coastal environment, including the preliminary assessment of As and Iron (Fe) concentrations at 13 stream discharge locations. In August 2011, total (unfiltered) Fe and As concentrations ranged from 95 to 743 μg/L and <1 to 54 μg/L, respectively. Three of the streams with the highest As concentrations discharged into one of the smaller inlets and thus more detailed investigations (sediments and biota) were focused within this area.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationUnderstanding the Geological and Medical Interface of Arsenic, As 2012 - 4th International Congress
Subtitle of host publicationArsenic in the Environment
PublisherTaylor and Francis - Balkema
Pages135-136
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)9780415637633
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Event4th International Congress on Arsenic in the Environment, As 2012 - Cairns, QLD, Australia
Duration: 22 Jul 201227 Jul 2012

Publication series

NameUnderstanding the Geological and Medical Interface of Arsenic, As 2012 - 4th International Congress: Arsenic in the Environment

Conference

Conference4th International Congress on Arsenic in the Environment, As 2012
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CityCairns, QLD
Period22/07/1227/07/12

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