Introduction to Environmental Sciences

Environmental sciences is a vast and multidisciplinary science that involves the study of natural resources of land, water, and air. Introduction to Environmental Sciencescomprehensively covers numerous aspects of this vast subject. The book focuses on the causes of environmental problems and methods and ways of mitigating these causes. It covers topics such as biostatistics, principles of analytic method, disaster management, various chemical processes operating in the environment, greenhouse gases emissions, global warming, among others. The book will prove beneficial to those involved in environmental studies, environmental management, community health practice, to mention some.

Key Features:

• Covers various manual and instrumental methods
• Gives comprehensive coverage of environmental statistics
• Focuses on sustainability and environmental chemistry
• Deals with greenhouse gas emissions and global warming

Contents:

• Environmental Sciences: Scope and Importance
• Environmental Chemistry
• Environmental Biostatistics
• Environmental Legislation
• Sustainable Development
• Restoration Ecology
• Soil Pollution
• Demography: Meaning and Scope
• Instrumental Methods of Analysis
• Analysis of Polluted Soil and Sediment
• Analysis of Polluted Water
• Noise Pollution
• Forest Resources
• Wildlife Resources
• Environmental Assessment and Planning
• Environmental Education and Awareness
• Disaster Management
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Global Warming