The use of Hediste diversicolor in the study of emerging contaminants

Abstract The contamination of aquatic environments has been the focus of research to understand effects on ecosystems and its species. Benthic organisms are considered potential targets since sediments act as sources and sinks for environmental contaminants. This review presents information on the effects of three types of emerging contaminants: pharmaceuticals (tested concentrations between 0.1 ng/L – 250 mg/L and 0.01 ng/g – 2.5 μg/g), metal-based nanoparticles (