Using phosphorus-31 nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy to characterize organic phosphorus in environmental samples.

Abstract

This paper reviews the use of ³¹P nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy for soil, water and other environmental samples (i.e., forest floor material, alkaline agricultural soil, marine sediment, sewage sludge and humic acid). After a brief overview of the principles of NMR spectroscopy, the requirements for a successful NMR experiment are described. A literature on ³¹P NMR spectroscopy in soils and environmental samples is also reviewed, followed by suggestions for future research needs.