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Ancient Literature for New Testament Studies is a multivolume series that seeks to introduce key ancient texts that form the cultural, historical, and literary context for the study of the…
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R E Harrison
With Remarks On The Introduction Of A Painless System In Dental Surgery. To Which Is Added An Incidental Appendix.
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the…
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The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is a scientific organization created in 1879, and is part of the U.S. government. Their scientists explore our environment and ecosystems, to determine the…
This first Issue in the series contains nine articles written by experts from the mining industry, regulatory authorities, and academia, and incorporates the latest research.
This book examines the environmental impact of sewage and industrial effluent treatment on inland and coastal waters, in the atmosphere and on land.
This book provides readers with in-depth, clearly explained coverage of the many complex scientific and policy issues surrounding VOCs in the atmosphere.
This book gives a unique and valuable compilation of information on an extremely important group of environmental pollutants.
This book provides a vital source of material for those involved in the field, whether as student, industrialist, consultant, or government agency with responsibility in this area
Risk Assessment and Risk Management examines a range of practical applications of risk assessment methods and risk management procedures in the broad context of environmental science and technology.
In today’s automated world, the need for economic generation of power is important. However, the industry is perceived as being responsible for pollution of the atmosphere and contamination of land…
In this book the editors have provided a broad view of the many pressures imposed by human-induced changes and the many threats to global biodiversity and of the policy responses…
Reviews the scientific evidence and attempts to put the subject into context. Along with an overview of the issue, there is discussion of the specialised aspects in relation to wildlife…
Written by international experts in the field, this text offers a multidisciplinary and authoritative review of this important topic.
As an up-to-date and authoritative summary of the state of this highly complex science, this book will be welcomed by all practitioners and researchers in the field.
Thought-provoking and of interest to a wide readership, this authoritative review will be welcomed by food scientists, legislators, government officials and advisors.
This authoritative review is written in the context of the new UK contaminated land regime and will be welcomed by those involved in all areas of land use planning and…
This readable and factually detailed book will have wide appeal but will be of particular interest to environmental scientists, industrial managers, policy-makers and students.
This book, written by international experts, discusses the various waste disposal options that are available (landfill, incineration, composting, recycling) and then reviews their impact on the environment, and particularly on…
Mass transportation has become central to the lifestyle of developed societies - but with what consequences for the environment and, ultimately, human health?
This book reviews the role of plastics in society and examines the environmental impact of different types of plastics.
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This book explores the state-of-the-art of large-scale energy storage and examines the environmental impacts of the main categories based on the types of energy stored.
The volume examines the impact that road vehicles have on the environment, and is vital for policy makers and academics in the field of pollution.
This book is concerned with reviewing the political and social context for nuclear power generation, the nuclear power fuel cycles and their implications for the environment.
This book discusses marine pathogens, pollution and toxic algal blooms and their impact on coastal ecosystems and human health.
This comprehensive volume examines the environmental impact made by agriculture in the 21st Century, looking forward to the future with the lessons of the past.
Investigating how the hazardous chemical alternatives are selected, this book is essential reading for industrialists as well as academics, postgraduate students and policy makers.
This volume examines the potential resource available from several waste streams. Opportunities for exploiting waste are discussed, along with their environmental and economic considerations.
Fracking - hydraulic fracturing of porous rock to enhance the extraction of fossil fuels - was first attempted in the mid-20th century, but has only recently been adopted as a…
This volume examines the potential for geoengineering in detail, discussing the possible risks and side-effects of various approaches to this third-way to tackle climate change.
Updated to include the latest in agricultural developments, including genetically modified crops, this book is ideal for students, academics, farmers, landowners and legislators.
Discussing the key environmental issues affecting the Earth today, this book brings policy makers and environmental scientists up to date with current opinions and attitudes.
An important reference for researchers in the pharmaceutical industry, environmentalists and policy makers wanting to better understand the impacts of pharmaceuticals on the environment.
Reports on methods of capturing and storing CO2 from major sources to reduce the levels emitted to the atmosphere by human activities.
This book places incineration in the context of other waste disposal options and examines the relative benefits and environmental impacts in a balanced way.
This exciting book gives an overview of environmental forensics and related topics with contributions from worldwide experts.
This volume considers both chemical and biological pollutants in the indoor atmosphere from their sources to chemical and physical transformations, human exposure and potential effects on human health.
An authoritative and balanced overview of the key factors that impact upon world agricultural practices.
The science behind the legislative and practical issues of the regulation of chemicals in the environment.
An up-to-date discussion of the development of alternatives to animal testing, ideal for professionals and academics.
This timely book, written by recognised experts, will be welcomed by those in the energy industries as well as by policy-makers, consultants and engineers.
This book, the 35th volume of Issues in Environmental Science and Technology, examines the current status of soils across the globe and their potential for food production to meet the…
This timely book critically reviews the role of coal in the 21st century examining energy needs, usage and health implications.
In this book, a group of experts contribute articles covering a wide range of topics relevant to sustainable water.
Examining sources of particles in the atmosphere and their impact on human health, this is an important reference for policymakers and academics working in pollution.
