Andrews, Julian E.
An Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
- ISBN 13:
- 9780632059058
- author:
- Andrews, Julian E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 17.27 x 1.78 x 24.64 centimetres
- Genre:
- Chemistry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
An Introduction to Environmental Chemistry by Julian E. Andrews and others provides a comprehensive overview of the chemistry of the natural environment and its impact from human activities.
This introductory text explores the fundamental principles of environmental chemistry, covering topics such as atmospheric pollution, global warming, ozone destruction, and microbiological processes that affect drinking water quality.
With an emphasis on explaining how natural geochemical processes operate over time and space, this book also delves into the effects of human perturbation on the earth's chemical systems. Suitable for introductory level courses, it includes updated case studies and a list of further reading to support your learning.