On the methylation of inorganic mercury and the decomposition of organo-mercury compounds - a review.

Authors

  • T.M. Lexmond
  • F.A.M. de Haan
  • M.J. Frissel

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18174/njas.v24i2.17157

Abstract

Mercury is subjected in nature to a number of turnover reactions. The conversion of inorganic to organic forms is governed by microbial methylation which may proceed at aerobic and anaerobic conditions. Decomposition of organic mercurials may follow a chemical or a microbial pathway. The reactions and mechanisms occurring in soils, water, sediments and laboratory cultures are described. 53 references. (Abstract retrieved from CAB Abstracts by CABI’s permission)

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Published

1976-05-01

Issue

Vol. 24 No. 2 (1976)

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