The results indicate that linear equations can describe the adsorption behavior of MTBE in different clays,and the clay content in the test soil is the key factor influencing the adsorption capability.

• 静态吸附结果表明；MTBE在不同黏土中的吸附行为均可用线性方程描述；黏粒含量是土壤对MTBE吸附的主要影响因素.