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Methodology of chemical monitoring in the marine environment

Helgoländer Meeresuntersuchungen volume 43, pages 295–308 (1989)Cite this article

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Monitoring of the marine environment requires considerable resources. Effective programs providing information tailored to needs are essential. The design of monitoring programs should follow from a clear strategy, integrating informational needs, chemical, physical and biological processes, statistics, analytical aspects and specific (chemical or hydrological) features of the area to be monitored. A quality system should be devised and maintained. In this paper, monitoring strategy is discussed and critical aspects in the execution are dealt with. Examples from the recently revised Dutch monitoring program are given.

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Cofino, W.P. Methodology of chemical monitoring in the marine environment. Helgolander Meeresunters 43, 295–308 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02365890

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