• 생태와환경
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• 제36권3호통권104호
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• pp.311-321
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• 2003

낙동강의 하류지역 (낙동강, 서낙동강 및 조만강)의 수질오염에 있어서 저질퇴적층의 영향을 파악하기 위하여 저질과 저층수의 환경을 조사하였다. 세 지점에서 수질을 모니터링 하였을 때, 고수온기인 5 ${\sim}$ 8월에 수표면과 저층간의 수온, 용존 산소, $PO_4\;^{3-}$, $NH_4\;^+$의 차이가 컸다. 7 ${\sim}$ 8월 중에 저층의 용존 산소는 대체로 5 mg $O_2/l$ 이하로 유지되는 빈도가 높았고, 이 기간에 저질-수층 경계면에서 $PO_4\;^{3-}$와 $NH_4\;^+$의 이동이 활발할 것으로 추정된다. 저질에 가까운 저층에서 무기 영양염 농도와 수층chl-a 농도는 지역적으로 낙동강<서낙동강<조만강의 순이었고 수심이 얕고 저질 퇴적층이 발달할수록 수질에 미치는 영향이 컸다. 저질의 유기물 함량은 하류 쪽으로 갈수록 증가하였고, 낙동강보다는 서낙동강 수계에서 더 높았으며 저질의 가비중과 역 상관관계로서 오염도 뿐 아니라 저질입도와 관련이 있었다. 저질 공극수내 $PO_4\;^{3-}$와 $NO_3\;^-$은 수층보다 그 농도가 매우 낮았으나 $NH_4\;^+$와 $SiO_2$농도는 수층과 유사하거나 더 높았다. 공극수 내 $NH_4\;^+$와 $SiO_2$농도는 저질 깊이에 따라 증가하였고, $PO_4\;^{3-}$는 감소한 반면 $NO_3\;^-$은 일정하였다. 반면 저질 내 치환성 무기영양염은 공극수 무기영양염 농도보다 최대 수백배 높았으며 $PO_4\;^{3-}$, $NH_4\;^+$, $SiO_2$는 저질 깊이에 따라 감소했으나 $NO_3\;^-$는 증가하였다.

• 미생물학회지
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• 제30권5호
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• pp.383-390
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• 1992

제주도를 중심으로 한 남해해역 ($123^{\circ}$/30'E-$128^{\circ}$/30'E, $32^{\circ}00N-34^{\circ}$ 30'N)을 대상으로 퇴적토 시료를 1988년 7월 31일부터 8월 10일, 1989년 3월 9일 부텨 3월 13일에 걸쳐 2회 채취하였다. 퇴적토시료는 숙성된 해수와 증류수를 각각 넣은 ZoBell 2216 E 평판배지를 사용하여 해양 세균과 담수 새균을 계수하였고 종속영양 세균분포와 세포외 효소활성을 측정 분석하였다. 종석영양세균의 분포는 하계의 경우 해양 세균과 담수 세균 각각 $0.3{\times}10^{6}~15{\times}10^{6}/cm^{3}$ sediment, $0.3{\times}10^{7}~30{\times}10^{7}/cm^{3}$ sediment, $0.01{\times}10^{6}~19{\times}10^{6}/cm^{3}$ sediment로 나타났다. 1989 년 춘계, sediment 표층 종속영양 세균의 절대값은 정점에 따라 1988 년 하계에 비해 최고 100배 이상으로 상승하였고, 대부분의 정점에서 많은 세균수를 관찰할 수 있었다. 한편 총세균에 대한 담수세균의 비율은 하계보다 춘계에 항승하는 결과를 나타냇다. 퇴적토 함수율은 하계보다 춘계에 낮게 나타났으나 유기물량을 나타내는 회분량은 높음을 알 수 있었다. 즉 춘계에는 하계에 비해 입자가 큰 최적토가 많이 분포되어 있으나 유기물의 유입이 많음을 시사한다. 이와 같은 결과를 종합해 볼때 남해해열 퇴적토 세균군집은 계절에 따라 매우 높은 분포를 보이고 이 요인으로는 육수의 유입으로 인한 영향을 들 수 있다. 또한 춘계에 해수의 혼합으로 무기영양물질 공급이 일어나고 이어 증식한 프랑크톤이 침강하여 퇴적토에 유입되므로써 세포외 효소 활성력이 높은 세균에 의해 고분자물질이 분해되고 이로 인한 영양물질 공급이 세균상승의 원인 중 하나일 것으로 사료된다.

• 한국환경과학회지
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• 제26권3호
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• pp.311-324
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• 2017

To certificate change in the geochemical characteristics of surface sediments in the main stream of the Nakdong River, surface sediments from 12 sampling sites during the first and second half year (total 24 sampling sites) were collected and analyzed for grain size, ignition loss, total organic carbon and heavy metal content. Surface sediments mainly composed of sand (coarse and medium sand) and fining changed from the first half to the second half of the year. Ignition loss, total organic carbon and heavy metals content increased in the second half of the year. Some heavy metals (Zn, Ni and Cu) were found to be at the lowest effect levels according to Ontario sediment quality guidelines. Additionally, most heavy metals were found to be at the non polluted level and level I according to USEPA sediment quality standards and National Institute of Environmental Research sediment pollution evaluation standard, respectively. The enrichment factor (< 1) and index of geoaccmulation (< 0) were non polluted in the study area. The correlation analysis results showed that ignition loss, total organic carbon and heavy metal content were highly correlated with grain size. Regarding changes in geochemical characteristics of surface sediments in the study area, grain size fine and organic matter and heavy metal content increased in the second half year. Nonetheless these results indicated pollution levels that did not adversely affect the benthos.

• 환경생물
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• 제22권
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• pp.63-70
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• 2004

Tributyltin (TBT) and its degradation products, dibutyltin (DBT) and monobutyltin (MBT) were quantitatively determined in surface sediments and two molluscan species, Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas) and rock shell (Thais ctavigera), from Gwangyang Bay, Korea. Butyltin compounds were detectable in almost all sediment and biota samples. Tributyltin concentrations in surface sediment ranged<2∼33 ng g$\^$-1/, which is at a lower end of TBT concentrations in industrialized bays in Korea. However, TBT levels in sediments were related to boating activities around the bay. In biota samples, TBT concentrations were in the range of 178∼2,458 ng g$\^$-1/ toy oyster and 47∼236 ng g$\^$-1/ for rock shell. Relatively high TBT concentrations in biota were found near wharves for fisherboats and harbor areas. About 90∼100％ of the female T. clavigera displayed imposex, and relative penis length index of the imposexed-female was in the range of 20.9∼107.9％. Furthermore, TBT body residue had a significant positive relationship with degree of imposex in T. clavigera. Overall, TBT concentrations in Gwanyang Bay were much lower than other major bays in Korea.

• Journal of the korean society of oceanography
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.128-137
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• 1997

This study presents results from a detailed sedimentological investigation of surface sediments obtained from the Korea Strait region, the southern part of the East Sea (Sea of Japan). The distribution of different types of bottom sediments is controlled by the recent fine-grained sediment transport and deposition combined with the lowerings of sea level during the last glacial period, forming a diverse mixture of organic-rich fine-grained and shelly coarse-grained sediments. In comparison to high organic concentration of fine-grained sediments in the inner continental shelf and slope areas, the shell-rich coarse-grained sediments on the outer shelf are discernible being further modified. These coarse-grained sediments are confirmed as relict resulting from the sediment dynamics during the lower sea levels of the last glacial period. Clay mineral distribution of the fine-grained sediments gives information about the transport mechanism. Presence of present-day current system (the Tsushima Warm Current) is most probable source for the fine-grained particles into the open East Sea from the East China Sea, indicating that Holocene sediment dynamics may be used to explain the observed distribution of surface coarse-grained shell-rich sediments.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제25권6호
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• pp.935-942
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• 2009

During period of the rainy season of spring tide Aug. 2005, the suspended sediment transport rate from Seomjin River increased ten times as high as neap tide of low river discharge. During ebb tide of high terrestrial input, the grain size of suspended particles of both surface and bottom layer of the water column, showed a uni-modal distribution with a dominant peak at coarse fraction, which suggests a characteristic development of floc-sized particles of low mean effective density. On the contrary, the particles supplied toward upstream of Seomjin river from Gwangyang Bay during flood tide showed a bi-modal distribution with a secondary peak at finer fraction, possibly due to the resuspension and the deflocculation associated with the increased shear velocity at near bottom. Break-up of large flocs is also suggested by the increased mean effective density. However, settling velocity was lower during flood tide because of smaller grain size. Thus, net deposition of suspended sediment is expected at within Gwangyang Bay instead of upstream of Seomjin River, even though suspended sediment transport rate at near bottom water was three times higher than that at surface water during flood tide.

• 한국지형학회지
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• 제28권1호
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• pp.35-50
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• 2021

In this study, we analyzed the changes in the topographical landscape and the sedimentary environment to evaluate the ecological value of the Dongcheon Estuary and protect the wetland, and presented the conservation management method of the Dongcheon Estuary. Based on the result of topographical landscape analysis, agricultural land tended to decrease continuously, and artificial structures gradually increased. Moreover, in sediment analysis, the Dongcheon Estuary showed both the characteristics of river sediments and coastal sediments, and in some areas problems such as acidification and nutritional imbalance appeared. Therefore, in order to protect and manage the Dongcheon Estuary with high ecological value, it is necessary to limit the development around micro topography and minimize the artificial damage in the Dongcheon Estuary. In addition, efforts such as securing facilities for reducing pollutants and freshwater wetlands for pollutants, that flow in from nonpoint pollutants are required.

• 한국수산과학회지
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• 제50권5호
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• pp.567-575
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• 2017

To understand the geochemical characteristics of Gomso Bay, which features extensive Manila clam, we measured various geochemical parameters, organic matter, and trace metals (Cu, Cd, Pb, Zn, Cr, Hg, As and Fe) of intertidal and subtidal surface sediments in 2011. The surface sediments consisted of sedimentary facies including gravel (0.21%), sand (61.1%), silt (32.1%), and clay (6.5%). The chemical oxygen demand (COD) and acid volatile sulfide (AVS) values in most areas were below sediment quality criteria (COD, $20mg/g{\cdot}dry$; AVS, $0.2mg/g{\cdot}dry$). Trace metals in the surface sediments were below pollution thresholds, except for As (morderately polluted). Sediment quality was evaluated using the trace metal pollution load index (PLI) and ecological risk index (ERI), which showed that sediments were generally not polluted and at low risk; however, values along the outer bay were higher. We expect these results will be valuable for sustainable aquaculture prodution and environmental management in Gomso Bay.

• 한국수산과학회지
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• 제48권5호
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• pp.789-797
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• 2015

The concentrations of trace metals (As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Mn, Pb, and Zn) were determined in 49 surface sediment samples collected in Yeoja and Gangjin Bays on the south coast of Korea, which contain many shellfish farms, in order to assess the contamination level and to understand the spatial distribution of trace metals. The average metal concentrations in the surface sediments of both bays decreased in the order Fe > Mn > Zn > Cr > Pb > Cu > As > Cd > Hg. There were no differences in metal concentrations between shellfish farms and reference sites. The metal concentrations were significantly higher in Gangjin Bay than in Yeoja Bay. Notably, the Cu, Cd, and Hg concentrations were nearly twice as high in Gangjin Bay as in Yeoja Bay. A multivariate analysis showed a strong correlation among Fe, Mn, Zn, Pb, and Cr in the sediments of both bays, implying that the metal concentrations in the sediments in the study area were mainly dependent on natural processes, such as crustal components and diagenesis. Based on the geoaccumulation index and marine sediment quality guidelines (SQGs), the surface sediments in Yeoja and Gangjin Bays are not polluted by trace metals.

• 한국수산과학회지
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• 제36권6호
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• pp.700-707
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• 2003

Surface sediments in the mouth area of Jinhae Bay were investigated to evaluate the benthic environment in terms of geochemical criteria and macrobenthos abundance. Characteristics of the surface sediment distribution exhibited muddy sediments in the most part of study area. Some mixed sediments of coarse sand and mud were distributed along the coastal area of Geoje Island and around the Jeo Islands. Organic matter from ignition loss and total organic carbon from CHNS varied between $8.8-1.7\%,\;and\;4.62-0.77\%,$ respectively. The source of organic matter based on the C/S ratio was mixed with in situ biogenic and terrigenous organic matter. The C/S ratio of organic matter also suggested both an anoxic bottom condition in several parts of the study area. The content of hydrogen sulfide in surface sediment was extremely variable and showed spatio-temporal variation from site to site. In several locations, the content of hydrogen sulfide as an index of eutrophication was over the critical value (0.2 mg/g), suggesting that several parts of the study area were not favorable for the habitat of macrobenthos. The relationship among the number of individuals of marcrobenthos, hydrogen sulfide, and organic matter was not clear, but a potential negative relationship between individuals of marcrobenthos and hydrogen sulfide was indicated.