Ecotoxicology of Antifouling Biocides - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 443185732X ISBN 13 : 9784431857327

Editeur : Springer, 2009

Synopsis

Organotin compounds, used as antifouling biocides since 1960, are chemical compounds that act as endocrine disrupters. It is not known how organotin compounds cause hormone disturbance, however, and many questions remain about their effect on aquatic organisms. Studies on organotin compounds have recently evolved, with many new findings reported. Following a worldwide ban on organotin compounds in 2008, alternative compounds will mainly be used, with the potential for coastal areas to become contaminated, causing, among other effects, cholinesterase inhibition in aquatic organisms. Use of alternative compounds must be controlled to avoid such errors. These and other findings are described and concisely summarized in this book, providing a useful reference in countries where alternative biocides are being considered. Included are studies on the effects on marine organisms, making this book an excellent aid to experts in environmental chemistry, to government organizations, and to students.

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Review :

From the reviews: “This timely, clearly written, and useful book addresses an important topic at the interface between commerce and environmental science. ... All chapters are extensively illustrated and well referenced. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals/practitioners.” (N. W. Hinman, Choice, Vol. 47 (3), November, 2009)

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Springer
• Date d'édition: 2009
• ISBN 10: 443185732X
• ISBN 13: 9784431857327
• Reliure: Paperback
• Nombre de pages: 456
• Éditeur: Arai Takaomi, Harino Hiroya, Ohji Madoka