Environmental Chemistry in Society
by James M. Beard, Ruth Ann Murphy
3rd Edition
Publisher: CRC Press
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781041042945 |
| eText ISBN | 9781000402834 |
| Publisher | CRC Press |
| Publishing Year | 2021 |
| Edition | 3rd Edition |
| Language | English |
Environmental Chemistry in Society, 3rd Edition is a textbook that introduces the chemical principles behind environmental issues through a qualitative approach. The text is designed for students who have little or no prior background in science.
The volume establishes foundational knowledge in science, chemistry, and toxicology, covering thermodynamic laws, chemical bonding, and environmental toxins. Building on these fundamentals, it examines applied topics such as energy in society, air and water quality, global atmospheric concerns, and solid waste management.
To support classroom instruction, crucial topics are presented first to provide flexibility in sequencing the material. Every chapter includes stated learning outcomes, along with group work and discussion questions intended to foster environmental awareness and critical thinking skills.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Background to the Environmental Problem
Chapter 2: The Natural Laws
Chapter 3: Underlying Principles of Chemistry
Chapter 4: Types of Chemical Compounds and Their Reactions
Chapter 5: Element Cycles
Chapter 6: Toxicology
Chapter 7: Traditional Energy Sources and Modern Society
Chapter 8: Emerging Energy Sources and Modern Society
Chapter 9: Weather and Climate
Chapter 10: Air Quality
Chapter 11: Indoor Air Quality
Chapter 12: Global Atmospheric Change
Chapter 13: Water
Chapter 14: Water Quality
Chapter 15: Solid Wastes
Chapter 16: Hazardous Wastes
Chapter 17: Epilogue
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