David W. Schmedding

Partition equilibriums of nonionic organic compounds between soil organic matter and water

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Physical chemical properties of several organophosphates: Some implication in environmental and biological behavior

Abstract The organophosphates are a class of chemicals noted for high biological activity. Their potential for transport and persistence in the environment, based on physical chemical properties, has not been thoroughly studied. Certain physical chemical properties of several organophosphates were measured and compared to organochlorine compounds whose transport and persistence are better known. Of interest was the potential for toxicity to human and other nontarget organisms. Certain organophosphates were found to have surprisingly high partition coefficients. This suggested the possibility of uptake by organisms, as well as indicating a propensity for storage and hence, a longer persistence. Rates of hydrolysis are some indication of the likelihood of persistence.