Researchers assessed Fucus seaweed in the Faroe Islands to determine its effectiveness as a biomonitor for PAH pollution, using advanced chemical analysis techniques.
The most contaminated samples were taken from the Tórshavn harbor, showing significantly higher levels of alkylated PAHs compared to their parent compounds.
Variability in PAH concentrations based on sampling location and time highlights the impact of environmental factors, emphasizing the importance of refining the sampling strategy for accurate pollution assessment.