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Use of semipermeable membrane devices (SPMDs) in petroleum polluted waters

July 9, 2010

Passive samplers, in particular semipermeable membrane devices (SPMDs), can be used in monitoring petroleum spills. This document is intended to provide a brief discussion of issues surrounding the use and capabilities of the SPMD.

Publication Year 2010
Title Use of semipermeable membrane devices (SPMDs) in petroleum polluted waters
DOI 10.3133/fs20103051
Authors David A. Alvarez
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Fact Sheet
Series Number 2010-3051
Index ID fs20103051
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Columbia Environmental Research Center; Contaminant Biology Program