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Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part A
Toxic/Hazardous Substances and Environmental Engineering
Volume 39, 2004 - Issue 11-12
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Original Articles

Assessment of Androgenicity in Leachates from Swedish Landfills and Treatments for its Elimination

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Pages 2817-2825 | Received 22 Mar 2004, Published online: 24 Jun 2011

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