Comparison of temporal trends in VOCs as measured with PDB samplers and low-flow sampling methods

Ground Water Monitoring and Remediation
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Analysis of temporal trends in tetrachloroethylene (PCE) concentration determined by two sample techniques showed that passive diffusion bag (pdb) samplers adequately sample the large variation in PCE concentrations at the site. The slopes of the temporal trends in concentrations were comparable between the two techniques, and the pdb sample concentration generally reflected the instantaneous concentration sampled by the low-flow technique. Thus, the pdb samplers provided an appropriate sampling technique for PCE at these wells. One or two wells did not make the case for widespread application of pdb samples at all sites. However, application of pdb samples in some circumstances was appropriate for evaluating temporal and spatial variations in VOC concentrations, thus, should be considered as a useful tool in hydrogeology.
Publication type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Title Comparison of temporal trends in VOCs as measured with PDB samplers and low-flow sampling methods
Series title Ground Water Monitoring and Remediation
DOI 10.1111/j.1745-6592.2002.tb00311.x
Volume 22
Issue 2
Year Published 2002
Language English
Publisher Wiley
Contributing office(s) New England Water Science Center
Description 3 p.
First page 45
Last page 47
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