Characterization of mercury and selenium complex in ringed seal liver

Ringed seal (Phoca hispida) is a major component and a major source of mercury (Hg) in the Inuit traditional diet. A high correlation between Hg and selenium (Se), as different forms of Hg-Se complex, has been reported in many species of marine mammals. The chemical form of the Hg-Se complex in ring...

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Main Author: Ha, Pengcheng, 1963-
Other Authors: Chan, Laurie (advisor)
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: McGill University 2001
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Online Access:http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=31231