Abstract:• Distribution of trace metals in different floodplain water bodies is not well known.• Water, sediment, SPM and invertebrates from different types of water bodies were analyzed.• Trace metal partitioning varied between connected and disconnected sites.• Lateral gradient was more important than the longitudinal gradient.• Observed differences need to be considered in floodplain management. Floodplain water bodies provide habitat to diversified ecological communities. Floodplains are also among the most impacte… Show more
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