C.H. Walker (UK Devon), R.M. Sibly (UK University of Reading), S.P. Hopkin

Principles of Ecotoxicology

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Emphasizing principles rather than practice, this new edition of a bestseller continues to give readers an integrated view of ecotoxicology, from molecules to ecosystems. It describes the major classes of pollutants and discusses their effects on living organisms. It also addresses the question, "what effects do pollutants have on populations, communities, and the whole ecosystem?" In addition to updating the text throughout, this edition includes information on nanoparticle pollution, offers new case studies, and expands coverage of bioaccumulation, biomarkers, and risk assessment. A new chapter explores future prospects for ecotoxicology.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Inc
• 4 ed
• Seitenzahl: 386
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. März 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 251mm x 181mm x 25mm
• Gewicht: 690g
• ISBN-13: 9781439862667
• ISBN-10: 1439862664
• Artikelnr.: 32808240

Autorenporträt

C.H. Walker, R.M. Sibly, R.M. Sibly, D.B. Peakall

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction. Pollutants and Their Fate in Ecosystems: Major Classes of
Pollutants. Routes by Which Pollutants Enter Ecosystems. Long-Range
Movements and Global Transport of Pollutants. The Fate of Metals and
Radioactive Isotopes in Contaminated Ecosystems. Fates of Organic
Pollutants in Individuals and in Ecosystems. Effects of Pollutants on
Individual Organisms: Testing for Ecotoxicity. Biochemical Effects of
Pollutants. Physiological Effects of Pollutants. Interactive Effects of
Pollutants. Biomarkers. In Situ Biological Monitoring. Effects of
Pollutants on Populations and Communities: Changes in Numbers: Population
Dynamics. Evolution of Resistance to Pollution. Changes in Communities and
Ecosystems. Extrapolating from Molecular Interactions to Consequent Effects
at Population Level. Biomarkers in Population Studies. Ecotoxicology:
Looking to the Future. Glossary. Bibliography. Index.