Seabed sediments collection for physico-chemical analyses – a review

Journal Title: Biuletyn Instytutu Morskiego - Year 2018, Vol 33, Issue 1

Abstract

A description of equipment and tools relative to the sampling of seabed sediments for physicochemical analyses is presented in accordance with the Polish Standard PN-EN ISO 5667-19:2006. The paper reports sampling procedures for various purposes, instructions regarding samples handling, with emphasis on hazardous substances, chemical warfare agents (BST). It also includes information and instructions concerning high level of safety while working at sea, in accordance with international conventions SCTW and SOLAS.<br/><br/>

Authors and Affiliations

Marcin Joachim Grzegorczyk, Katarzyna Galer – Tatarowicz

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  • EP ID EP422509
  • DOI 10.5604/01.3001.0012.8020
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Marcin Joachim Grzegorczyk, Katarzyna Galer – Tatarowicz (2018). Seabed sediments collection for physico-chemical analyses – a review. Biuletyn Instytutu Morskiego, 33(1), 151-158. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-422509