Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology, Third Edition
By Michael C. Newman
Published September 28th 2009 by CRC Press – 571 pages
Description
Each year ecotoxicological problems become increasingly complex and encompass broader spatial and temporal scales. Our practical understanding must evolve accordingly to maintain an acceptable quality of life. Fully revised and expanded to reflect new developments, the third edition of Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology provides a broad overview of the field that ranges from molecular to global issues.
New in the third edition:
- Revised chapter on contaminant types and sources
- Expanded by 100 pages beyond the second edition
- More integration of contaminant sources and fate
- Color graphics including fifteen color insert images
- New vignettes contributed by international experts
- Appendices describing current Chinese and Australian legislation in addition to U.S. and EU legislation
The text details key environmental contaminants, explores their fates in the biosphere, and discusses bioaccumulation and the effects of contaminants at increasing levels of ecological organization. It also covers regulatory aspects of the field and discusses key Australian, U.S., European, and Chinese legislation and policies. Vignettes written by experts illustrate key themes or highlight especially pertinent examples. Instructors can present the core concepts of each chapter and use the vignettes for student-lead discussions.
The time has passed when it was sufficient for the ecotoxicologist to focus only on new human toxicants as they appear and then explore how they impact nonhuman species. Keeping this in mind, the textbook extends the discussion of ecotoxicants beyond the conventional ecosystem to include landscape, regional, and biospheric topics. This extension imparts a perspective as encompassing as the problems facing us today.
Contents
GENERAL
Introduction
Historical Need for Ecotoxicology
Current Need for Ecotoxicology Expertise
Ecotoxicology
Ecotoxicology: A Synthetic Science
Summary
Suggested Readings
Major Classes of Contaminants
Introduction
Major Classes of Contaminants
Summary
Background Chemistry Concepts and Definitions
BIOACCUMULATION
Uptake, Biotransformation, Detoxifi cation, Elimination, and Accumulation
Introduction
Biotransformation and Detoxification
Elimination
Summary
Suggested Readings
Factors Influencing Bioaccumulation
Introduction
Chemical Qualities Influencing Bioavailability
Biological Qualities Influencing Bioaccumulation
Summary
Bioaccumulation from Food and Trophic Transfer
Introduction
Quantifying Bioaccumulation from Food
Inorganic Contaminants
Organic Compounds
Summary
TOXICANT EFFECTS
Molecular Effects and Biomarkers
Introduction
Organic Compound Detoxification
Stress Proteins
Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Response
DNA Modification
Enzyme Dysfunction and Substrate Pool Shifts
Cells, Tissues, and Organs
Introduction
General Cytotoxicity and Histopathology
Gene and Chromosome Damage
Cancer
Gills as an Example
Liver as an Example
Summary
Sublethal Effects to Individuals
Selyean Stress
Growth
Development
Physiology
Immunology
Detecting Sublethal Effects
Summary
Acute and Chronic Lethal Effects to Individuals
General
Dose-Response
Survival Time
Factors Influencing Lethality
Summary
Effects on Populations
Epidemiology
Population Dynamics and Demography
Population Genetics
Effects on Communities and Ecosystems
Interactions Involving Two or a Few Species
Ecosystem Qualities
Summary
Landscape to Global Effects
General
Continents and Hemispheres
Biosphere
Summary
RISK FROM TOXICANTS
Risk Assessment of Contaminants
Overview
Human Risk Assessment
Ecological Risk Assessment
Radiation Risk Assessment
Conclusion
SUMMARY
Conclusions
Overview
Practical Importance of Ecotoxicology
Scientific Importance of Ecotoxicology
Study Questions
Glossary
Appendix 1. International System (SI) of Units Prefixes
Appendix 2. Miscellaneous Conversion Factors
Appendix 3. Summary of U.S. Laws and Regulations
Appendix 4. Summary of European Union Laws and Regulations
Appendix 5. Summary of Modern Environmental Laws and Regulations of China
Appendix 6. Regulation and Management of Chemicals in Australia
Appendix 7. Derivation of Units for Simple Bioaccumulation Models
Appendix 8. Equations for the Estimation of Exposure
References
Index
Author Bio
Michael C. Newman, is a professor at the College of William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
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Description: By Michael C. Newman. Each year ecotoxicological problems become increasingly complex and encompass broader spatial and temporal scales. Our practical understanding must evolve accordingly to maintain an acceptable quality of life. Fully revised and expanded to reflect new...
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