Table 1 Characteristics of the selected sampling sites
Sampling site | Location | Depth (m) | Activities | Vessel type | Number of monthly samples |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Site 1 | N 44.145701° E 28.667786° | 12 | Oil trading berths | Tankers | 25 |
Site 2 | N 44.160670° E 28.658235° | 5 | Technical berths | Auxiliary | 24 |
Site 3 | N 44.169762° E 28.650945° | 8 | Cereals and general cargo | Bulk carriers | 21 |