Abstract:Numerous experiments with nanoparticles have recently led to a better understanding of the migration of colloids and larger particles in soils. However, it remains unclear how colloidal particles migrate in soil horizons without macropores, and whether they can move with the fl ow of capillary water. In this article, we tested the hypothesis that colloidal particles can be transported by water fl ow in capillary-sized soil pores. To test our hypothesis, column experiments with platinum nanoparticles were carri… Show more
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