Date of Defense
7-5-2002
Department
Geosciences
First Advisor
Dr. Carla Koretsky
Second Advisor
Dr. Daniel Cassidy
Third Advisor
Dr. William Harrison III
Abstract
Qualitative modeling of natural sediments through binary end-member mineral assemblages is a potentially valuable resource. Natural sediments are complex mixtures of solids, liquids, and gases. Interactions between organic material, organisms, amorphous and crystalline solids also affect the nature of chemical reactions in natural waters. Dissolved constituents within natural waters interact at the mineral water interface as a function of pH. This interaction can be modeled through potentiometric titrations and lead uptake experiments.
Recommended Citation
Voice, Peter J., "Prediction of Metal Absorption on Natural Sediments Using Model Mineral Mixtures" (2002). Honors Theses. 1418.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/1418
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Campus Only