Overview

The fundamental principles of environmental toxicology are clearly presented here for university students and professionals in related fields.

Part One

This part covers basic metabolic, physiological, and pharmacological concepts used to explain the fate of toxic chemicals in the body, with emphasis on carcinogenesis and mutagenesis. It also contains chapters on chemicals disrupting the endocrine system and on risk assessment and the precautionary principle.

Part Two

The second section deals with specific environmental problems, including air pollution, alteration of the earth's atmosphere, water and land pollution, with sections on wetlands, organic agriculture, and genetically modified crops. It also addresses health and environmental effects of ionized radiation, and the impact of rapid population growth on environmental and human welfare. Chapters on pollution control and regulatory policies are also included.