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Anionic surfactant biodegradability studies by Warburg respirometry

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A series of alkylbenzene sulfonates and alkyl sulfates was prepared and examined for biodegradability by measuring the oxygen uptake when exposed to substrate adapted microorganisms in the Warburg respirometer. The Warburg results showed that certain linear alkylate alkylbenzene sulfonates and alcohol sulfates are oxidized completely to carbon dioxide and water. The use of radioactive carbon compounds confirmed the Warburg results.

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  1. The Atlantic Richfield Company, Glenolden, Pennsylvania

    Robert H. Brink & Joseph A. Meyers

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Brink, R.H., Meyers, J.A. Anionic surfactant biodegradability studies by Warburg respirometry. J Am Oil Chem Soc 43, 449–451 (1966). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02682412

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