Description
This book is designed to serve as a valuable resource for a wide range of readers, including students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers involved in hazardous waste management. It is also an essential reference for anyone interested in understanding the environmental and health impacts of hazardous wastes and the measures necessary to manage them effectively.
The book is structured into ten chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of hazardous waste management. Chapter 1 provides an overview of hazardous wastes, their classification, sources, and environmental and health impacts. Chapter 2 discusses waste characterization and sampling methods, highlighting their importance in understanding the composition and properties of hazardous wastes.
Chapter 3 delves into the various treatment technologies available for hazardous wastes, including physical, chemical, biological, and thermal treatment methods. Chapter 4 examines the different disposal methods for hazardous wastes, such as landfills, incineration, and deep well injection. Chapter 5 focuses on the transportation of hazardous wastes, covering regulations, packing, labeling, and emergency response.
Chapter 6 explores risk assessment and management, discussing methodologies, exposure pathways, and risk characterization techniques. Chapter 7 examines the environmental fate and transport of hazardous wastes, including their behavior in air, water, and soil. Chapter 8 discusses the health effects of hazardous wastes, covering both acute and chronic effects, as well as carcinogenicity, neurotoxicity, and reproductive effects.
Chapter 9 provides an overview of the regulations and policies governing hazardous waste management, including federal and state regulations, permitting, reporting, and enforcement. Chapter 10 concludes the book by discussing emerging issues and future trends in hazardous waste management, such as nanotechnology, climate change, and sustainable waste management practices.
Throughout the book, real-world case studies and examples are used to illustrate the practical application of hazardous waste management principles. The book also includes numerous tables, figures, and references to provide additional information and support the discussions.
With its comprehensive coverage and practical approach, Hazardous Wastes: Impacts and Management is an essential resource for anyone involved in the management of hazardous wastes. It provides a valuable understanding of the environmental and health impacts of hazardous wastes, the technologies available for their treatment and disposal, and the regulations and policies that govern their management.
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Language : English
Dimensions : 6 x 9 inches
Pages : 188 pages
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