Marine pollution in the Indian Ocean: problems, prospects and perspectives
Following a brief outline of the physiography of the Indian Ocean, an examination is made of the current situation regarding contamination of the environment. Prominent marine pollutants and the consequences of the marine disposal are discussed, considering in particular oil pollution, heavy metal pollution, agricultural wastes and domestic wastes. Research activities conducted in the area investigating the levels of marine pollution are detailed, and an evaluation made of future prospects concerning the monitoring and control of pollution.
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| Main Authors: | , |
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| Format: | article biblioteca |
| Language: | English |
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1988
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| Subjects: | Environment, Oceanography, Pollution, chemical pollution, pollution monitoring, oil pollution, pollution effects, pollution control, marine, |
| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/1834/31796 |
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