Urban Airborne Particulate Matter: Origin, Chemistry, Fate and Health Impacts

ISBN-13: 9783642122774 / Angielski / Twarda / 2010 / 656 str.

Fathi Zereini

Opis

This book presents the up-to-date research and information regarding the origins, chemistry, fate and health impacts of airborne particulate matter in urban areas. The book addresses this topic in a comprehensive and multidisciplinary manner.

Spis treści

Airborne Particulate Matter: Sources, Composition and Concentrations.- Metals and Organic Compounds in Airborne Particulate Matter: Analytical Methods.- Airborne Particulate Matter: Environmental Pathways, Behaviour and Fate.- Bioavailability and Toxicology of Airborne Particulate Matter.- Airborne Particulate Matter Exposures and Health Risks.- Protecting Human Health: Policy and Scientific Uncertainty.