Handbook of Ecotoxicology / Edition 2

by David J. Hoffman, Barnett A. Rattner, G. Allen Burton Jr., John Cairns Jr.

Overview

Handbook of Ecotoxicology, Second Edition focuses on toxic substances and how they affect ecosystems worldwide. It presents methods for quantifying and measuring ecotoxicological effects in the field and in the lab, as well as methods for estimating, predicting, and modeling in ecotoxicology studies.

Completely revised and updated with 18 new chapters, this second edition includes contributions from over 75 international experts. Also, a Technical Review Board reviewed all manuscripts for accuracy and currency.

This authoritative work is the definitive reference for students, researchers, consultants, and other professionals in the environmental sciences, toxicology, chemistry, biology, and ecology - in academia, industry, and government.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781566705462
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/13/2002
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	1312
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

David J. Hoffman, Barnett A. Rattner, G. Allen Burton Jr., John Cairns Jr.

Table of Contents

Quantifying and Measuring Ecotoxicological Effects. Contaminant Sources and Effects. Case Histories and Ecosystem Surveys. Methods for Making Estimates and Predictability in Ecotoxicology. Special Issues in Ecotoxicology.

Editorial Reviews

"… This book is destined to be the reference of ecotoxicology, offers a valuable overview of the subject, and constitutes a valuable guide to students, researchers, consultants and other professionals in environmental sciences, toxicology, chemistry, biology, and ecology."
- International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 2004

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