Toxic Substances In The Environment

By B. Magnus Francis

Book Overview

An accessible yet scientifically challenging account of the ecological and human health impacts of pollutants. Uses authentic examples of well-known environmental problems such as Chernobyl, Love Canal and asbestos contamination to illustrate the principles and practice of environmental toxicology. A unique chapter on policy includes a list of major public and civic environmental action groups.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471507814
• ISBN13: 9780471507819
• Release Date: March 1994
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.5" x 9.6"