Table 3.
Biokinetic model parameters for triclocarban (TCC) bioaccumulation in Eisenia foetida.
| Parameter (units) | Description | W High Soil | W High Soil (λ = 0) | K High Soil (λ = 0) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ks (goc/gliphr) × 104 | Uptake rate constant | 120 ± 50 | 130 ± 70 | 220 ± 60 |
| λ (hr−1) × 104 | Change in bioavailability | 8.3 ± 4.2 | -- | -- |
| ke (hr−1) × 104 | Elimination rate constant | 200 ± 100 | 270 ± 150 | 350 ± 100 |
| Adjusted R2 | Goodness of fit | 0.61 | 0.56 | 0.79 |
K = light textured sandy soil; W = heavy textured clay soil.