Changes in Acid Herbicide Concentrations in Urban Streams after a Cosmetic Pesticides Ban
Surface water concentrations of the acid herbicides 2,4-D, dicamba and mecoprop were measured in ten urban Ontario streams before (2003–2008) and after (2009–2012) a ban on the sale and use of pesticides for cosmetic (non-essential) purposes. Frequencies of detection (2003–2012) were 98%, 96% and ne...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2014-03-01
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| Series: | Challenges |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2078-1547/5/1/138 |