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Analysis Process Flow (Text Version)

(Problem Formulation Phase)

Characterization of Exposure

  • Measures of exposure + measures of ecosystem and receptor characteristics + measures of effect.
  • Exposure analysis.*
  • Exposure profile.

Characterization of Ecological Effects

  • Measures of exposure + measures of ecosystem and receptor characteristics + measures of effect.
  • Ecological response analysis.*
  • Stressor-Response profile.

(Risk Characterization Phase)

*As necessary: acquire data, iterate process, monitor results.


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