Environmental pollution and public health : case studies on air, water and soil from an interdisciplinary perspective /

"Provides detailed case studies showing real-world applications of the latest technologies surrounding pollution in air, water and soil. Sections cover the environment and its nexus with public health, highlighting how the health of our environment can invariably influence our public health. Fo...

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Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Frazer-Williams, Ronnie (Editor), Ogundiran, Mary B. (Editor), Unuabonah, Emmanuel I. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam : Elsevier, 2024.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:"Provides detailed case studies showing real-world applications of the latest technologies surrounding pollution in air, water and soil. Sections cover the environment and its nexus with public health, highlighting how the health of our environment can invariably influence our public health. Following this, atmospheric pollution is addressed, identifying various air pollutants, methods for identification, impacts on the environment and health, and mitigating technologies. Final sections are dedicated to liquid waste management, focusing on wastewater and treatment options including emerging technologies that are compared to existing options. The book finishes with case studies and information on regulatory frameworks for environmental pollution for those wanting to implement the remediation techniques covered. Offers a broad overview of the environmental and practical aspects of pollution, pollution control measures, and environmental impact assessment."
Physical Description:1 online resource (362 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographic references and index.
ISBN:9780323959681
0323959687