Identity and distribution of residues of energetic compounds at army live-fire training ranges.
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Environmental investigations have been conducted at 23 military firing ranges in the United States and Canada. The specific training facilities most frequently evaluated were hand grenade, antitank rocket, and artillery ranges. Energetic compounds (explosives and propellants) were determined and linked to the type of munition used and the major mechanisms of deposition.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Chemosphere
دوره 63 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006