Publisher's Synopsis
This book considers the major organic and inorganic chemical pollutants which have ecotoxicological significance in the atmospheric, aquatic, terrestrial and human environments. Major ecochemical aspects of the pollutants are covered with respect to their fate, behaviour, transfer and pathways as functions of the important general and specific parameters of the various types of ecosystem. Aspects of ecotoxicology, including ecogenetics, are also considered. The book is the result of collaboration between leading experts in the field, each topic including a discussion of the methodology used in approaching problems, supported by reference to case studies or findings. Significant analytical aspects are also covered with a view to guiding the reader in obtaining relevant and reliable data, and discussion on regulatory topics and on industry and the environmental challenge is included.
