Arsenic in Groundwater: Poisoning and Risk Assessment Contributor(s): Hassan, M. Manzurul (Author) |
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ISBN: 1439839271 ISBN-13: 9781439839270 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Environmental - Water Supply - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
Dewey: 628.114 |
LCCN: 2017051747 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 7.25" W x 10.25" (2.05 lbs) 351 pages |
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Publisher Description: Arsenic-contaminated groundwater is considered one of the world's largest environmental health crises, as more than 300 million people in more than one-third of countries worldwide are at risk of groundwater arsenic poisoning. This book addresses how arsenic in groundwater impacts human health by using the frameworks of natural sciences, social sciences, and health sciences in the context set by environmental and legal considerations. Arsenic in Groundwater: Poisoning and Risk Assessment examines the spatial, quantitative, and qualitative aspects on arsenic poisoning; for instance, using geographical information systems (GIS) to investigate the spatial discontinuity of arsenic-laced water in spatial and temporal dimensions to uncover patterns of variations over scales from meters to kilometers. Spatial risk mapping provides insight for academics, researchers, policy makers, and politicians on possible long-term strategies for arsenic mitigation. Qualitative methodological approaches uncover the hidden issues of arsenic poisoning on human health and the related social implications. The book also examines legal aspects, such as the right to safe drinking water, as well as an in-depth look at how community participation can shape public policy. Features:
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