Geochemistry of Organic Matter in River-Sea Systems

This book deals with processes that determine the transfer and transformation of organic matter (OM) in the river-sea system. By investigating different compartments (soils, water, suspended matter, bottom sediments), the author reveals the mechanism involved in the transfer and transformation of OM on its way from the river into the sea at various stages of mixing of riverine and sea water, and outlines the transformation of OM in the line suspended matter-bottom sediments'. The book is recommended to oceanologists, marine chemists, biogeochemists, specialists in ecological and environmental problems, working at universities, research institutes or involved in environment management.