Microbiology and chemistry for environmental scientists and engineers
By: J.N. Lester and J.W. Birkett.
Contributors: Birkett, J. W. 1970-
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: E & FN Spon
Published: 1999
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 386
Subjects: Sanitary microbiology; Drinking water -- Microbiology; Microbiology; Environmental chemistry; Water chemistry; Chemistry
Description: "Microbiology and Chemistry for Environmental Scientists and Engineers provides the reader with an understanding of the complex biological and chemical issues involved in environmental science and engineering. A chapter on water quality includes the revised chemical and microbiological standards which will come into force under the new EC drinking water directive. Chemical aspects of water pollution emphasise some of the most dangerous chemical substances prevalent in the environment today.".

"This book will be a valuable addition to the library of practising environmental engineers and scientists, and an essential text for undergraduate and postgraduate students taking courses in environmental, civil and public health engineering."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.