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Environmental Chemistry: Air and Water Pollution offers an essential, objective examination of the chemical aspects surrounding our most pressing environmental challenges. Authors H. Stephen Stoker and Spencer L. Seager provide a comprehensive guide that navigates the complexities of air and water pollution, moving beyond sensationalism to ground discussion in scientific data and clear reasoning.
This second edition reflects the evolution of environmental research, offering updated insights into the nature of pollutants, from the complexities of carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides to the impacts of synthetic organic pesticides and toxic metals. By balancing the study of pollutants with an understanding of natural environmental processes and the intricacies of human health, the book equips students and concerned readers with the knowledge required to make informed decisions. Whether exploring the mechanics of air quality standards or the issues of cultural eutrophication, the text encourages readers to look at these global concerns through a nuanced, critical lens. It remains an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the chemical realities that shape our environmental future.
Used (good, see images, some yellowing, some highlighting, and some cover wear) Softcover ISBN 8519766285
