Air Pollution: Measurement, Modeling and Mitigation Author : Chuck Lancaster Subject : Pollution ISBN :9781639890385 Air pollution is caused by the release of harmful gases, particulates, aerosols and biological molecules into the air. These pollutants endanger the life of humans and pose serious health risks. They are Read More |
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Author : Edward Campbell Subject : Pollution ISBN :9781639892990 Air pollution is defined as the addition of unwanted contaminants in the air which have adverse impact on human health. These contaminants are also referred to as pollutants. These pollutants are released Read More |
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Toxicology and Environmental Health Author : Kaiden Higgins Subject : Pollution ISBN :9781639895298 The field of science that focuses on the harmful effects of diverse physical and biological agents on living organisms is called environmental toxicology. There are many sources that can lead to the presence Read More |
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Solar Energy: Systems, Technology and Engineering Author : Darren Erickson Subject : Renewable Energy ISBN :9781639894895 The radiant heat and light received from the sun is known as solar energy. It is a renewable source of energy that is classified in to active solar and passive solar depending upon how the energy is captured Read More |
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Organic Waste: Recycling and Treatment Author : Ollie Hall Subject : Waste Management ISBN :9781639894000 Organic waste or biodegradable waste refers to all those waste materials which originate from living sources such as plants, animals and microorganisms. They can be broken down into simple molecules like Read More |
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Biological Wastewater Treatment: Principles, Modeling and Design Author : Linda Carr Subject : Water Management ISBN :9781639890774 Processes which remove the harmful contaminants from water primarily through the use of some bacteria, protozoa or other microorganisms are studied under biological wastewater treatment. These microorganisms Read More |
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Wastewater: Assessment and Treatment Author : Gabriel Craig Subject : Water Management ISBN :9781639895625 Water which has been contaminated by human use and is unfit for consumption is termed as wastewater. It can be a byproduct of various commercial, domestic and agricultural activities. Wastewater can include Read More |
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Water Conservation and Management: Principles and Practices Author : Vincent Ford Subject : Water Management ISBN :9781639895632 The practice of conserving water using strategies, policies and activities to sustainably manage the fresh water resources is referred to as water conservation. It focuses on protecting the hydrosphere, Read More |
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Food Additives and Human Health Author : Xander Clayton Subject : Food Science ISBN :9781639892051 Substances which are added to food items to improve or preserve their flavor, freshness, texture or appearance are known as food additives. Vinegar, salt and sugar are some of their prominent examples. Read More |
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Food and Energy Security: Current Strategies Author : Oliver Jones Subject : Food Science ISBN :9781639892068 Food security can be understood as a measure to make food available and accessible to human beings. It involves physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and healthy food to all the people Read More |