Predicted environmental concentration

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009366",
  "term": "Predicted environmental concentration",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A calculated value representing the expected concentration of a chemical substance in a specific environmental compartment, such as water, soil, or air. This estimation is derived from mathematical models that consider factors like release rates, degradation, and distribution within the environment. PEC values are compared with predicted no-effect concentrations to assess potential ecological risks.",
  "synonyms": [
    "estimated environmental concentration (EEC)",
    "expected environmental concentration (EEC)"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "compartment",
    "ecosystem"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 930 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/predicted-environmental-concentration/"
}