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Biological Test Method: Test for Survival and Growth in Sediment Using the Larvae of Freshwater Midges (
Chironomus
tentans
or
Chironomus riparius
)
Issue:
aquatic toxicology
Document Type:
biological test method
Keywords:
toxicology, water pollution
This report describes methods recommended by Environment Canada for performing sediment toxicity tests using midge larvae. General or universal test conditions and procedures are outlined for test preparation and performance. Additional conditions and procedures are stipulated that are specific to the intended use of the test. This test is suitable for measuring and assessing the toxicity of samples of field-collected sediment, sludge, or similar particulate material, or of sediment spiked (mixed) in the laboratory with chemical(s) or chemical substance(s), contaminated sediment, or other particulate material.
Language of Documents:
Separate English/French
Inv. No.:
EPS 1/RM/32
EC ID:
Cat No.:
EN 49-24/1-32E
ISBN:
0-660-16905-3
Size:
21.5 x 28 cm
Pages:
146
Year:
1997
Media Format:
print,web
PDF:
http://www.etc-cte.ec.gc.ca/organization/spd/pubs/pubs_en/1RM32EnglishFinal.pdf