Publications by authors named "Lakshmikant Jadhav"
Sci Total Environ
September 2015
Article Synopsis
- The deposition of tar balls, which are oil residues, is a seasonal issue during the southwest monsoon along India's west coast, posing environmental challenges for tourist-heavy Goa.
- The study aims to identify the tar balls' oil sources along Goa's beaches using advanced analytical techniques and concludes that, while tanker wash is a suspected source, oil from the Bombay High fields also significantly contributes to contamination.
- Research findings indicate that oil particles released offshore in April, influenced by the monsoon currents, reach the Goa coastline by May, highlighting the need for comprehensive monitoring of oil pollution sources.
