ORCID
- Worsfold, Paul: 0000-0002-2262-7723
Abstract
The aim of this paper is to introduce a virtual special issue that reviews the development of analytical approaches to the determination of phosphorus species in natural waters. The focus is on sampling and sample treatment, analytical methods and quality assurance of the data. The export of phosphorus from anthropogenic activities (from diffuse and point sources) can result in increased primary production and eutrophication, and potentially the seasonal development of toxic algal blooms, which can significantly impact on water quality. Therefore the quantification of phosphorus species in natural waters provides important baseline data for studying aquatic phosphorus biogeochemistry, assessing ecosystem health and monitoring compliance with legislation.
DOI
10.1016/j.aca.2016.02.047
Publication Date
2016-04-28
Publication Title
Anal Chim Acta
Volume
918
Embargo Period
2017-03-05
Organisational Unit
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Keywords
Analytical methods, Natural waters, Phosphorus, Sample treatment, Sampling, Water quality
First Page
8
Last Page
20
Recommended Citation
Worsfold, P., McKelvie, I., & Monbet, P. (2016) 'Determination of phosphorus in natural waters: A historical review.', Anal Chim Acta, 918, pp. 8-20. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aca.2016.02.047
