Aquatic bioenvironmental studies

This book covers early experiments at the University of Washington on radiological effects and aquatic organisms. It details laboratory and field studies associated with operation of single-purpose, plutonium-production reactors at Hanford from 1944 to 1971. It covers subsequent investigations to identify any effects on the Columbia River and its aquatic organisms from Hanford Site energy production activities. A historical framework is used to help explain not only why certain studies were conducted but their contribuiton to radioecology, aquatic ecology, and decisions to guide onsite operation. (author). refs.; figs.; tabs