Spatial distribution characteristics and health risk assessment of heavy metals in surface sediment of the Hai River and its tributaries in Tianjin, China

To assess the spatial distribution characteristics and health risk of heavy metals (Cu, Zn, Ni, Cd, Pb, and Cr) in surface sediment of the Hai River and its tributaries in Tianjin, China, 32 surface sediment samples were collected. All the heavy metals mainly occurred in residue, except Cd. Cd prima...

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Main Authors: Mengxin Kang, Yimei Tian, Haiya Zhang, Cheng Wan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: IWA Publishing 2021-09-01
Series:Water Science and Technology
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Online Access:http://wst.iwaponline.com/content/84/6/1487