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Chemical and microbial degradation of ten selected pesticides in aquatic systems

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Residue Reviews

Part of the book series: Residue Reviews ((RECT,volume 45))

Abstract

This review summarizes work reported in the literature during the 25 years from 1945 to 1971 concerning the aquatic degradation of ten selected pesticides (Table I). These compounds, chosen for study by the Environmental Protection Agency, represent a broad range of currently used pesticide types predicted to be of continuing importance. Included are polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB’s), herbicides, insecticides, and a fungicide which are representative of carbamates, s-triazines, organochlorines, and organophosphates. Although PCB’s are not used as pesticides, they are persistent in environmental waters and can increase the toxicity of chlorinated and organophosphorous pesticides (Lichtenstein et al. 1969, Hammond 1972).

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