The Geochemical Characteristics of Heavy Metal Elements in Sediments of Hunhe Drainage Area in Liaoning Province

In order to get the clear understanding of the content and distribution features of eight heavy metal elements, including As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb and Zn, the sediment samples from Hunhe river, which flows through the Shenyang and Fushun cities, were sampled and analyzed. The results from this study confirm that the industrial activities along the river strongly affect the geochemistry features of sediments in Hunhe river drainage area and cause heavy metal contamination, especially cadmium contamination. The study also provides the methods for further environment quality research and basic data for agriculture planning in this river drainage area.