Explanatory Notes:

nd - indicates that the analyte was not detected above the limit of detection which ranged from 2 to 30 ng/g (ppb) wet weight.

Results were determined by atomic absorption spectrophotometry and inductively coupled argon plasma emission spectroscopy.

Table 4 contains quality control data on Certified Reference Materials.

Table C1. Liver. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in Washington gray whales.

Table C2. Liver. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in Alaska gray whales.

Table C3. Liver. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in a California gray whale.

Table C4. Kidney. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in Washington gray whales.

Table C5. Kidney. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in Alaska gray whales.

Table C6. Kidney. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in a California gray whale.

Table C7. Stomach Contents. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in Washington gray whales.

Table C8. Stomach Contents. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elememts in an Alaska gray whale.

Table C9. Brain. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elememts in a Washington gray whale.

Table C10. Method Blanks. Concentrations, ng/g wet weight, of elements in method blanks.