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Use and Measurement of Mass Flux and Mass Discharge

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1 Introduction
2. Concept and Theory of Mass Flux and Mass Discharge
2.1 Basic Concepts
2.2 Calculating Mass Flux and Mass Discharge
2.3 Approaches to Mass Flux Estimation
2.4 Factors that Affect Mass Flux
2.5 Managing Uncertainties
3. Applications for Mass Flux and Mass Discharge
3.1 Site Characterization and Conceptual Site Model
3.2 Potential Impact and Exposure Evaluation
3.3 Remedy Selection and Design
3.4 Performance Monitoring and Optimization
3.5 Compliance Monitoring
3.6 Site Prioritization
3.7 Conceptual Examples for Using Mass Flux and Mass Discharge
3.8 Regulatory Considerations
4. Measuring Mass Flux and Mass Discharge
4.1 Transect Methods
4.2 Well Capture/Pumping Test Methods
4.3 Passive Flux Meters
4.4 Transects Based on Isocontours
4.5 Solute Transport Models
4.6 Key Considerations Using Models to Obtain Mass Flux
4.7 General Comparison of Five Mass Flux Measurement Methods
4.8 Managing Uncertainty
5. Key Findings
6. Research Needs
Appendices
Appendix A: Mass Flux Case Study List
Appendix B: Overview of Comparison Studies with Passive Flux Meters
Appendix C: Team Contacts
Appendix D: Glossary
Appendix E: Acronyms and Symbols
Appendix F: References
Acknowledgements
Special Acknowledgements
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