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Short CommunicationInput materials and processing conditions control compost dissolved organic carbon quality

Angela L. Straathof - No affiliation found

2015/03/01 Short communication DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2014.12.054 Journal: Bioresource Technology

Abstract:

Highlights•The DOC quality of 11 composts was characterized using fractionation.•Hydrophobic DOC proportions ranged up to 33% between samples.•Hydrophilic DOC decreased as composting temperature and time increased.•Qualifying DOC improves user’s ability to select a compost based on needs.