Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6361177 | Marine Pollution Bulletin | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We measure Pb/Ca ratios in Arctica islandica shells from three sites in the North Atlantic. ⺠We provide centennial records of lead pollution and discuss location specific lead sources. ⺠Lead concentrations in the Icelandic shell reflect natural influxes of lead into Icelandic waters. ⺠In comparison, the lead profile of the US shell is driven by anthropogenic lead emissions. ⺠In contrast, the lead profile of the European shell is dominantly driven by local sources of lead.
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Authors
Jacqueline Krause-Nehring, Thomas Brey, Simon R. Thorrold,