Ecotoxicology Of Organic Contaminants

Author : Eros Bacci
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1993-11-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 1566700221

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Ecotoxicology of Organic Contaminants by Eros Bacci Pdf

This book presents an integrated approach to understanding environmental contamination problems through the use of techniques from environmental chemistry, toxicology, ecology, and ecotoxicology. Basing much of his information on his 21 years of experience in the field, the author proposes innovative strategies for studying the environmental fate of contaminants, evaluating the effects, and producing scientific criteria for environmental safety. The book is clearly written, with all terms defined and equations explained with examples of their application. Weak points in the present knowledge are pointed out and discussed. An extensive list of references is provided for individuals who wish to delve deeper into the subject.

Author : K.C. Jones
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400943292

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Organic Contaminants in the Environment by K.C. Jones Pdf

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SERIES The current expansion of both public and scientific interest in environ mental issues has not been accompanied by a commensurate production of adequate books, and those which are available are widely variable in approach and depth. The Environmental Management Series has been established with a view to co-ordinating a series of volumes dealing with each topic within the field in some depth. It is hoped that this Series will provide a uniform and quality coverage and that, over a period of years, it will build up to form a library of reference books covering most of the major topics within this diverse field. It is envisaged that the books will be of single, or dual, authorship, or edited volumes as appropriate for respective topics. The level of presentation will be advanced, the books being aimed primarily at a research/consultancy readership. The coverage will include all aspects of environmental science and engineering pertinent to man agement and monitoring of the natural and man-modified environment, as well as topics dealing with the political, economic, legal and social con siderations pertaining to environmental management. J. CAIRNS and R.M. HARRISON v Preface The behaviour and effects of chemicals in our environment is a fascinating subject for scientific investigation. Furthermore, an understanding of these processes is of fundamental importance in our modern world, and should enable us to understand and limit the adverse effects of pollutants.

Author : C. H. Walker
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008-11-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420062595

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Organic Pollutants by C. H. Walker Pdf

Difficult to measure accurately and deal with effectively, organic pollutants continue to be a major hazard in the environment. Significantly expanded, the second edition of Organic Pollutants: An Ecotoxicological Perspective describes the mechanistic basis of ecotoxicology, using major groups of pollutants as illustrative examples, and explores th

Author : C. H. Walker
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2001-04-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0748409610

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Organic Pollutants by C. H. Walker Pdf

Organic pollutants continue to be a major hazard in the environment. Often difficult to measure accurately and to deal with effectively, these compounds feature more and more prominently in courses on environmental toxicology and environmental sciences. This much needed book is a companion to the highly praised Principles of Ecotoxicology. It covers organic pollutants in greater depth and detail than has been covered in a textbook before. The first part covers issues such as: chemical warfare metababolism of pollutants in animals and plants environmental fate, and effects within ecosystems This is followed by discussion of particular pollutants such as: organochloride insecticides PCBs dioxins organometallic compounds polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons anticoagulant rodenticides amongst others. The book concludes with coverage of ecotoxicity testing, biomarkers and bioassays and future prospects for improved assessment of the dangers these compounds pose. It breaks new ground in offering a concise source of information on these compounds at a level suitable for senior undergraduates and postgraduates. Professionals working within the fields of environmental toxicology and environmental science will also find it a valuable reference.

Author : Colin Harold Walker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : SCIENCE
ISBN : 0367806312

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Organic Pollutants by Colin Harold Walker Pdf

Organic pollutants continue to be a major hazard in the environment. Often difficult to measure accurately and to deal with effectively, these compounds feature more and more prominently in courses on environmental toxicology and environmental sciences.This much needed book is a companion to the highly praised Principles of Ecotoxicology. It covers organic pollutants in greater depth and detail than has been covered in a textbook before.The first part covers issues such as:chemical warfaremetababolism of pollutants in animals and plantsenvironmental fate, and effects within ecosystemsThis is followed by discussion of particular pollutants such as:organochloride insecticidesPCBsdioxinsorganometallic compoundspolycyclic aromatic hydrocarbonsanticoagulant rodenticidesamongst others. The book concludes with coverage of ecotoxicity testing, biomarkers and bioassays and future prospects for improved assessment of the dangers these compounds pose.It breaks new ground in offering a concise source of information on these compounds at a level suitable for senior undergraduates and postgraduates. Professionals working within the fields of environmental toxicology and environmental science will also find it a valuable reference.

Author : Peter E. T. Douben
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2003-07-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470864296

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PAHs by Peter E. T. Douben Pdf

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), or polyarenes, are one of the largest and most structurally diverse class of organic molecules known. High percentages of polyarenes, representing a wide range of molecular sizes and structural types, are present in coal tars and petroleum residues. The major sources of PAHs are crude oil, coal and oil shale. The fuels produced from these fossil sources constitute the primary source of energy for the industrial nations of the world, and the petrochemicals from these raw materials are the basis of the synthetic fibre and plastics industries. PAHs are however, widespread pollutants and their impact on the environment and human health must be monitored and controlled. This book will review and assess our scientific understanding of the ecological exposure and effects PAHs have in different environments and habitats. It will accomplish this by taking the recipients of the pollution in the environment as starting points and working its way back through pathways to access what is required for our understanding of effects and rationale for control. Although this book will concentrate on ecological exposure of PAHs, the general impacts of PAHs on human populations will be touched upon. It is thought to be the first book to focus on the ecological aspects of PAHs.

Author : Michael C. Newman,Michael A. Unger
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002-12-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 1566705983

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Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology, Second Edition by Michael C. Newman,Michael A. Unger Pdf

Completely revised and updated, Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology, Second Edition presents a treatment of ecotoxicology ranging from molecular to global perspectives. The authors focus first on lower levels of organization and then extend their discussion to include landscape, regional, and biospheric topics, imparting a perspective as broad as the the problems facing practicing professionals. See what's new in this edition: A comprehensive chapter on the nature, transport, and fate of major classes of contaminants in terrestrial, freshwater, and marine systems Side bars containing vignettes by leaders in the field let you benefit from the experience of diverse practitioners in the field An appendix covering European environmental regulations The authors detail key contaminants of concern, explore their fate and cycling in the biosphere, and discuss bioaccumulation and the effects of contaminants at increasing levels of ecological organization. They cover regulatory aspects of the field in separate chapters that address the technical issues of risk assessment and discuss key U.S. and European legislation in the appendices. Complete with study questions, a detailed glossary, and vignettes by various experts exploring special topics in ecotoxicology, Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology, Second Edition is an ideal introductory textbook for both undergraduate- and graduate-level courses, as well as a valuable reference for professionals.

Author : Julia E. Visser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Environmental toxicology
ISBN : 1617611263

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Ecotoxicology Around the Globe by Julia E. Visser Pdf

The term ecotoxicology is the branch of toxicology concerned with the study of toxic effects, caused by natural or synthetic pollutants, to the constituents of ecosystems, animal (including human), vegetable and microbial. This book discusses the ecotoxicological effects of pharmaceuticals in the environment; the effects of various ecotoxicants on nematodes; salinity threats to agricultural productivity; sorption and the ecological risk assessment of non-ionic organic contaminants; and the application of ecotoxicological tools in the assessment, monitoring of Brazilian waters; and others.

Author : Samreen Siddiqui
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031531309

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Aquatic Ecotoxicology by Samreen Siddiqui Pdf

Author : Damia Barcelo
Publisher : Springer
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2012-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642281327

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Emerging Organic Contaminants and Human Health by Damia Barcelo Pdf

This volume provides an overview of the occurrence and fate of emerging contaminants, discusses advanced chemical analysis methods, toxicological and ecotoxicological effects as well as human exposure. One focus is on pharmaceuticals, in particular antibiotics, and the problems associated with their increased use in hospitals. Other covered emerging contaminants occurring e.g. in food, water, air or soil include brominated flame retardants, polar pesticides, phthalates, phosphate esters, perfluorinated compounds, personal care products, musk fragrances, disinfection byproducts, illicit drugs, and nanomaterials. The chapters written by experts are a valuable source of information for a broad audience, such as analytical chemists, environmental chemists and engineers, toxicologists, ecotoxicologists and epidemiologists working already in this field as well as newcomers.

Author : W. Nelson Beyer,James P. Meador
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-02-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420084061

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Environmental Contaminants in Biota by W. Nelson Beyer,James P. Meador Pdf

Examining tissue residues of contaminants in biota reveals the movement of contaminants within organisms and through food chains as well as the context for understanding and quantifying injuries to organisms and their communities. Yet tissue concentrations of some contaminants are especially challenging to interpret and the ability of today’s analytical chemists to provide reliable analytical data of most important environmental contaminants often surpasses the ability of ecotoxicologists to interpret those data. Offering guidance on the ecotoxicologically meaningful interpretation of tissue concentrations, Environmental Contaminants in Biota, Interpreting Tissue Concentrations, Second Edition is updated with current data and new ways of analyzing those data as well as additional contaminants not previously considered. Beginning with a history of wildlife toxicology and data interpretation, chapters cover a wide range of contaminants and their hazardous and lethal concentrations in various animals including DDT, Dioxins, PCBs, and PBDEs in aquatic organisms; methylmurcury, selenium, and trace metals in fishes and aquatic invertebrates; and pharmaceuticals and organic contaminants in marine mammals. The book considers the impact of Polychlorinated Biphenyls, Dibenzo-p-Dioxins and Dibenzofurans, and Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers; cyclodiene; and other organochlorine pesticides in birds and mammals. Later chapters examine the effects and analysis of lead, cadmium, and radionuclides in biota. With thousands of published research papers reporting tissue concentrations each year, Environmental Contaminants in Biota, Interpreting Tissue Concentrations, Second Edition gives ecotoxicologists the ability to draw actionable value regarding the toxicological consequences of those concentrations and relate tissue concentrations quantitatively to injury: the core of ecotoxicology.

Author : Jean-Francois Férard,Christian Blaise
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9400750404

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Encyclopedia of Aquatic Ecotoxicology by Jean-Francois Férard,Christian Blaise Pdf

With its 104 chapters, this Encyclopedia of aquatic ecotoxicology reveals the diversity of issues, problems and challenges that have faced, and are facing today, receiving environments. It also indicates ways by which tools, strategies and future investigations can contribute to correct, minimize, solve and prevent water quality degradation. Structured homogeneously, the chapters convey salient information on historical background, features, characteristics, uses and/or applications of treated topics, often complemented by illustrations and case studies, as well as by conclusions and prospects. This work is most suitable for teaching purposes. Academics, for example, could literally deliver comprehensive lectures to students simply based on chapter outlines and contents. Meet the Authors of the Encyclopedia! Check out 'Meet the Authors' under ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Right menu).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Springer
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012-04-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3642281338

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Emerging Organic Contaminants and Human Health by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jan Schwarzbauer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2006-07-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540311720

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Organic Contaminants in Riverine and Groundwater Systems by Jan Schwarzbauer Pdf

This book reviews a selection of organic-geochemical investigations, dealing with the characterization and environmental behaviour of organic contaminations of German river and groundwater systems. Topics include comprehensive non-target screening as well as isotope analysis of contaminants in water and sediments, detailed characterisation of bound residues, recording riverine pollution histories and an extensive application of the anthropogenic marker approach.

Author : Ebru Mehmetli,Bogdana Koumanova
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2007-12-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402066429

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The Fate of Persistent Organic Pollutants in the Environment by Ebru Mehmetli,Bogdana Koumanova Pdf

Using a scientific approach to identify and take action against persistent organic pollutants (POPs), this book focuses on preventative measures to manage POPs at their source. Readers get a complete overview of existing POPs monitoring activities and programs. Moreover, readers discover the full range of remediation methods and the latest advances in the measurement of POPs. In addition, the authors discuss how POPs affect health.