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Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part B
Pesticides, Food Contaminants, and Agricultural Wastes
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LC-MS/MS determination of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables

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Pages 446-457 | Received 08 Nov 2016, Accepted 18 Jan 2017, Published online: 29 Mar 2017

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