Abstract:The knowledge of sediment texture is important in the studies of distribution of living and non-living resources, identification of source of sediments, sediment patterns and nutrients. It is known that the macro-benthos in the aquatic environment are influenced by the texture of the sediment in which they establish themselves and live. Sediment quality guidelines are important tool for assessment of contamination in marine and estuarine sediments with biological significance of intertidal beaches. The grain s… Show more
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