Ecotoxicology : Ecological Fundamentals, Chemical Exposure, and Biological Effects Hardback
Edited by Gerrit (UFZ Centre for Environmental Research, Leipzig, Germany) Schuurmann, Bernd (International Graduate School (IHI) Zittau, Germany) Markert
Part of the Environmental Science and Technology: A Wiley-Interscience Series of Textsand Monographs series
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A fresh and comprehensive overview of ecotoxicology today This book provides comprehensive single-source coverage of the entire field of ecotoxicology, from the ecological basics to the effects of chemicals on the environment and the latest test strategies. Contributions by leading figures in ecotoxicology from around the world reflect the broad scope of current thinking and research, making this volume essential reading for informed professionals and students.
Areas covered include: * Ecosystem sensitivity, principles for analysis, and other fundamentals * Fate, distribution, and speciation of chemicals in the environment * Bioaccumulation and effects of chemicals * Ecotoxicological test systems * Concepts of ecological risk assessment Incorporating numerous examples and case studies, this cutting-edge reference is an invaluable resource for those working in environmental toxicology, chemistry, ecology, medicine, engineering, and other related disciplines.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:936 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication Date:11/12/1997
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- ISBN:9780471176442
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:936 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication Date:11/12/1997
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- ISBN:9780471176442