Heavy metals and other pollutants in the environment :

Zaikov, G. E.

Heavy metals and other pollutants in the environment : biological aspects / edited by Gennady E. Zaikov, DSc. [and three others]. - Oakville, ON, Canada : Apple Academic Press, 2017. - xxxi, 437 pages ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

PART I:Introduction. Heavy Metals in Soils: The Factors Influencing Their Accumulations in Plants. PART II:Impact of Heavy Metals on Vegetation. PART III:Effects of Different Pollutants on Algae, Fungi, and Soil Microorganisms. PART IV:The Risks of Environmental Pollution with Heavy Metals for Warm-Blooded Animals: The Possibility of Protecting Food Products from Pollutants.

This important new volume presents a plethora of research on the distribution of heavy metals in soils and rocks of natural habitats, farmlands, and urbanized areas along with the factors influencing their bioavailability. The authors evaluate the content of organic matter, soil acidity, mineral fertilizers, and more. Developed for ecologists and specialists in the field of environmental protection and the Read more...

9781771884372 (hardcover : alk. paper)


Heavy metals
Metals
Pollution--Environmental aspects.--Environmental aspects.--Physiological effect.

577.27 / ZAI

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