ISSN:
1573-2932
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Energy, Environment Protection, Nuclear Power Engineering
Notes:
Abstract Growth medium containing an aquatic actinomycete Streptomyces sp. was analyzed by gas-liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry for the purpose of identifying substances that may represent potential odorous contaminants of water. Twenty-one odorous and nonodorous compounds were identified. Phenyl, C2, and C4 structures were predominant. Free fatty acids from C13 to C16 were detected and in some cases accompanied by their ethyl (C16) and butyl (C15 and C16) esters. The long-chain acids and esters had no detectable odor. Although goesmin, an earthy smelling substance with a low odor threshold, was detected, butyric acid was the principal metabolite under the growth conditions employed and represented the greatest potential as an odorous water pollutant under natural conditions.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00286633
