Gunes G, Saral A, Celikten H, Kuzu SL, Demir S, Uygur N. Investigation of temporal and spatial variations in atmospheric concentrations of PCDDs and PCDFs in Istanbul.
Sci Total Environ 2014;
488-489:469-474. [PMID:
24355250 DOI:
10.1016/j.scitotenv.2013.10.094]
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Abstract
In this study, temporal and spatial variations of the atmospheric concentrations of polychlorinated-p-dibenzo dioxin (PCDDs) and polychlorinated dibenzofuran (PCDFs) congeners were investigated in Istanbul at three different locations. The highest average concentration (3481 fg/m(3)) was observed at the sampling location which is characterized by mixed source groups during colder months. The lowest average concentration (749 fg/m(3)) was observed at sampling station which is characterized by semi-urban characteristics. ∑PCDD/F concentration showed seasonal variation in this study. The highest average concentration was determined to be 4373 fg/m(3) in winter while the lowest average concentration was determined to be 498 fg/m(3) in summer.
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