Laws, Edward A., 1945-

Aquatic pollution : an introductory text / by Edward A. Laws, Los Angeles, US. - Fourth edition. - xviii, 740 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Fundamental concepts -- Photosynthesis -- Physical factors affecting production -- Cultural eutrophication case studies -- Nonpoint source pollution -- Sewage treatment -- Pathogens in natural waters -- Toxicology -- Industrial pollution -- Pesticides and persistent organic pollutants -- Thermal pollution and power plants -- Metals -- Oil pollution -- Radioactivity -- Acid deposition and ocean acidification -- Groundwater pollution -- Plastics in the sea.

9781119304500 (Hb.)


Water--Pollution.

TD420 / .L39 2018