The last few years have seen a burgeoning of interest in airborne particles and the environmental problems which they can cause. For example, when Krakatowa erupted, the dust cloud formed by the particles it emitted was measured for four years afterwards and in 1997 the same has been seen happening in Montserrat. The implications are far reaching, not just on the level of human inhalation, but the particles can also act as catalysts in the air and speed up unwanted large scale processes like global warming and ozone depletion. A further example is that research has indicated that lead...
The last few years have seen a burgeoning of interest in airborne particles and the environmental problems which they can cause. For example, when Kra...
Peter Brimblecombe P. G. C. Campbell R. M. Harrison
This book is about the atmosphere and humanity's influence on it. For this new edition, Brimblecombe has rewritten and updated much of the book. In the early chapters, he discusses the geochemical, biological and maritime sources of the trace gases. Next, he examines the chemistry of atmospheric gases, suspended particles, and rainfall. After dealing with the natural atmosphere, he examines the sources of air pollution and its effects, with all scenarios updated from the last edition. Scenarios include decline in health, damage to plants and animals, indoor pollution, and acid rain. The final...
This book is about the atmosphere and humanity's influence on it. For this new edition, Brimblecombe has rewritten and updated much of the book. In th...
This book focuses on the important binding properties of these compounds which regulate the chemical reactivity and bioavailability of hydrogen and metal ions in the natural environment. Topics covered include the physico-chemical properties of humic matter and interactions of protons and metal cations with weak acids and macromolecules. Experimental laboratory methods are also discussed, together with mathematical modelling. Finally the author looks at how the results of this research can be used to interpret environmental phenomena in soils, waters and sediments.
This book focuses on the important binding properties of these compounds which regulate the chemical reactivity and bioavailability of hydrogen and me...
This book focuses on the important binding properties of these compounds which regulate the chemical reactivity and bioavailability of hydrogen and metal ions in the natural environment. Topics covered include the physico-chemical properties of humic matter and interactions of protons and metal cations with weak acids and macromolecules. Experimental laboratory methods are also discussed, together with mathematical modelling. Finally the author looks at how the results of this research can be used to interpret environmental phenomena in soils, waters and sediments.
This book focuses on the important binding properties of these compounds which regulate the chemical reactivity and bioavailability of hydrogen and me...
Jonn and Tina Langin have little more than one month remaining with their young son.
A delightful little boy, Timmy is in the preparation stages for his transition into F.O.C.S. (pronounced 'folks') upon the arrival of his third birthday.
On what was to be their final vacation with their son, unexpected discoveries in a dingy Belleville, Illinois basement bring Tina face to face with her first glimpse of 'Motherhood'.
Forbidden keepsakes, and an old woman's memories, reveal a time when 'Family' was important, and the birth of a child was more than a simple biological function. But...
Jonn and Tina Langin have little more than one month remaining with their young son.
A delightful little boy, Timmy is in the preparation stages fo...
Jonn and Tina Langin have little more than one month remaining with their young son.
A delightful little boy, Timmy is in the preparation stages for his transition into F.O.C.S. (pronounced 'folks') upon the arrival of his third birthday.
On what was to be their final vacation with their son, unexpected discoveries in a dingy Belleville, Illinois basement bring Tina face to face with her first glimpse of 'Motherhood'.
Forbidden keepsakes, and an old woman's memories, reveal a time when 'Family' was important, and the birth of a child was more than a simple biological function. But...
Jonn and Tina Langin have little more than one month remaining with their young son.
A delightful little boy, Timmy is in the preparation stages fo...
World trade in agriculture, with its massive subsidies, restrictive barriers, international collaboration and competition, and the livelihoods of millions of farmers worldwide at stake, is an emotive subject that often provokes heated debate. So how can sustainability in agriculture be addressed whilst taking these issues into account? Sustainability in Agriculture presents an authoritative and balanced overview of many of the key factors that impact upon world agricultural practices. The aim is to throw light on the subject and so generate informed and rational discussion of the topics which...
World trade in agriculture, with its massive subsidies, restrictive barriers, international collaboration and competition, and the livelihoods of mill...
Animal experimentation has long been a controversial issue with impassioned arguments on both sides of the debate. Increasingly it has become more expedient and feasible to develop new methods that avoid the use of animals. There is agreement on both sides that reduction and refinement of experiments on animals should be an important goal for the industries involved. Alternatives to Animal Testing, written by leading experts in the field, discusses the issues involved and approaches that can be taken. Topics include; the safety evaluation of chemicals, international validation and barriers to...
Animal experimentation has long been a controversial issue with impassioned arguments on both sides of the debate. Increasingly it has become more exp...
Risk assessment is considered by many analysts to be an objective scientific tool. It is considered to be variously influenced by broader issues which in turn have important practical implications both for risk assessors and decision makers. Risk Assessment and Risk Management examines a range of practical applications of risk assessment methods and risk management procedures in the broad context of environmental science and technology. Written by acknowledged experts in the field, the articles cover a variety of areas, with reference to subjects as diverse as BSE, the use of risk assessment...
Risk assessment is considered by many analysts to be an objective scientific tool. It is considered to be variously influenced by broader issues which...
The impact of air pollution on human health is currently of international concern. A comprehensive review of the subject is given in this volume, which complements the previous title covering air quality management. Dealing with the common gaseous and particulate air pollutants, including chemical carcinogens, it reviews the epidemiological and exposure chamber study research as well as considering mechanistic studies in the case of particulate matter. Air Pollution and Health also addresses the practical issue of setting standards for human exposure to air pollution by including the...
The impact of air pollution on human health is currently of international concern. A comprehensive review of the subject is given in this volume, whic...
