| Brominated Flame Retardants 2011 Edition Contributor(s): Eljarrat, Ethel (Editor), Barceló, Damià (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3642267904 ISBN-13: 9783642267901 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Science | Chemistry - Analytic - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology |
| Dewey: 363.73 |
| Series: Handbook of Environmental Chemistry |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6" W x 9.1" (0.95 lbs) 290 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Brominated flame retardants are one of the last classes of halogenated compounds that are still being produced worldwide and used in large quantities in many applications. They are used in plastics, textiles, electronic circuitry, and other materials to prevent fires. This volume covers the state-of-the-art of the analysis, fate and behaviour of brominated flame retardants. Experts in the field provide an overview of the compounds' physico-chemical properties and uses, their occurrence in the environment and biota, advanced chemical analytical methods, degradation studies, toxicological effects and human exposure. This book is a valuable and comprehensive source of information for environmental scientists interested in brominated flame retardant issues, and for authorities and producers. |