| This document constitutes a synthesis of current knowledge on the chromium biogeochemical cycle. The natural and anthropogenic sources are evaluated, the fluxes between the various geochemical compartments are assessed, with special attention to the riverine and atmospheric inputs to the marine environment. Chromium levels in these compartments are described and show in several areas a very high contamination of marine organisms. Due to the important toxicity of this element, further investigations are absolutely required to better understand its behaviour in the marine environment. |
