Passive Sampling Methods for Contaminated Sediments: Practical Guidance for Selection, Calibration, and Implementation

Overview

Journal Integr Environ Assess Manag

Publisher Oxford University Press

Date 2013 Nov 30

PMID 24288273

Citations 33

Authors

Upal Ghosh

Susan Kane Driscoll

Robert M Burgess

Michiel T O Jonker

Danny Reible

Frank Gobas

Yongju Choi

Sabine E Apitz

Keith A Maruya

William R Gala

Munro Mortimer

Chris Beegan

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Abstract

This article provides practical guidance on the use of passive sampling methods (PSMs) that target the freely dissolved concentration (Cfree ) for improved exposure assessment of hydrophobic organic chemicals in sediments. Primary considerations for selecting a PSM for a specific application include clear delineation of measurement goals for Cfree , whether laboratory-based "ex situ" and/or field-based "in situ" application is desired, and ultimately which PSM is best-suited to fulfill the measurement objectives. Guidelines for proper calibration and validation of PSMs, including use of provisional values for polymer-water partition coefficients, determination of equilibrium status, and confirmation of nondepletive measurement conditions are defined. A hypothetical example is described to illustrate how the measurement of Cfree afforded by PSMs reduces uncertainty in assessing narcotic toxicity for sediments contaminated with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. The article concludes with a discussion of future research that will improve the quality and robustness of Cfree measurements using PSMs, providing a sound scientific basis to support risk assessment and contaminated sediment management decisions.

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