An Assessment of Metals (Pb and Cu) Contamination in Bottom Sediment from South China Sea Coastal Waters, Malaysia| Science Publications

American Journal of Applied Sciences

B. Y. Kamaruzzaman¹  M. C. Ong¹ 

关键词: South China Sea;    Pb;    Cu;    Enrichment Factor (EF);    Igeo;   

DOI  :  10.3844/ajassp.2009.1418.1423

学科分类：自然科学（综合）

来源: Science Publications

【 摘 要 】

Problem statement: The accumulation of metal contaminants in sediments can pose serious environmental problems to the surrounding areas. Trace metal contamination in sediment could affect the water quality and the bio-assimilation and bioaccumulation of metals in aquatic organisms, resulting in potential long-term implications on human health and ecosystem. Approach: About 154 bottom sediment samples were collected using Smith McIntyre in a transect pattern from South China Sea East Coast coastal water (Terengganu, Pahang and Johor coastal area). The study focused on the levels of Pb and Cu in order to assess the extent of environment pollution and to discuss the origin of these contaminants in the sediment. Results: Results showed that the average concentration of Pb and Cu was 33.70

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