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Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)

Field Analytical and Site Characterization Technologies: Summary of Applications

(EPA-542-R-97-011). November 1997.

This report provides information about experiences in the use of field analytical and site characterization technologies at contaminated sites drawn from 204 applications of the technologies. For each technology, information is presented on the reported uses of the technology; including the types of pollutants and media for which the technology was used; reported advantages and limitations of the technology; and cost data for the technology, when available.

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