Environmental Exposure From Chemicals

A wide range of chemical substances act as pollutants, ranging from simple inorganic ions to complex organic molecules. Industrialization and manufacturing have had enormous positive benefits for humankind, but the consequences of hazardous byproducts to human health and the environment are less well recognized. This book reviews the nature and importance of environmental exposure to chemicals in developing and developed countries, outlining past actions, and indicating requirements for future policy responses and interventions