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The third edition of Fundamental Concepts of Environmental Chemistry discusses the influence of environmental factors on living organisms and their nonliving surroundings with special reference to issues related to human health. Topics like energy conservation, acid rain, catalytic converters, delimitation of lakes, ozone depletion, eutrophication, natural fungicides and waste management, which have a bearing on the progress of the society are also incorporated. The schedule of toxic chemicals includes polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, methyl isocyanate, heavy metals and cyanides. Updated references and relevant websites are provided at the end of each chapter. NEW TO THE THIRD EDITION: Chapters on: ¢ Hydrocarbons ¢ Groundwater Pollution ¢ Mining Operations ¢ Light Pollution
ISBN-9788173198090
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Pages : 602
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