Contamination of vegetation by tetraethyl lead
Tetraethyl lead is a normal constituent of vegetation growing along our highways. Washed grass near Denver contained 3000 ppm (in ash) near major intersections and > 50 ppm for 500 feet downwind. Vegetables grown within 25 feet of a road in upstate New York and western Maryland averaged 80 to 115 ppm.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1962 |
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Title | Contamination of vegetation by tetraethyl lead |
Authors | H.L. Cannon, J.M. Bowles |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Science |
Index ID | 70010551 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |