Principles of Toxicology, Second Edition

By Karen E. Stine and Thomas M. Brown

Book Overview

Written by two experienced toxicology lecturers, Principles of Toxicology provides a broad-based yet in-depth introduction to this diverse subject. Comprehensive and easy-to-read, the book covers this broad and interdisciplinary field from the viewpoint of three different functional levels: molecular and cellular; physiological; and ecological and environmental. This revised second edition expands the coverage of the book while keeping the organizational format that made the first edition a bestseller. It also includes a series of brief case studies illustrating the application of toxicological principles to current issues of interest. Each and every chapter has been revised, several have been significantly rewritten, and three are entirely new. This new edition retains the extensive cross-referencing system that links all sections and enhances the integration of material. It also includes an appendix of selected toxicants that describes chemical structure and category of use. These features combine to make finding specific information quick and easy. The highly readable format and uniform, consistent presentation of information will make this the most used reference on your shelf. See what's new in the second edition:

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 084932856X
• ISBN13: 9780849328565
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 1.0" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

A good begining text on toxicology

The text covers the major modern toxins, the method of action and the biochemistry involved. It also has a good reference appendix at the end that lists the toxins and their formulas with information about them. As a reference for most people this book will be useful.