To what maximum level will bio concentration factor in a highly polluted estuary in the form of Nickel?

Muthuswamy Jaikumar @Muthuswamy-Jaikumar

25 February 2015 1 8K Report

In Ennore creek in southern India I found BCF (Bio concentration factor) of more than 2500 to 3000 in crustacean crab and polycheates. Will an estuary which is highly polluted resume this much BCF? Please help me to solve this BCF for Nickel metal.

Muthuswamy Jaikumar

Sharon, Thank you for sharing answer

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