Dictionary of environmental science and technology /
General Material Designation
[Book]
First Statement of Responsibility
Andrew Porteous
EDITION STATEMENT
Edition Statement
4th ed
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.
New York :
Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.
Wiley,
Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.
2008
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
xxvii, [797] p. :
Other Physical Details
ill. ;
Dimensions
24 cm
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references
CONTENTS NOTE
Text of Note
The dictionary -- Appendix I: Pollution and the environment-organizations -- Appendix II: The periodic table; Table of chemical elements -- Appendix III: Table of prefixes for SI units -- Appendix IV: Conversion table for SI and British units
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
Text of Note
"This dictionary includes over 4000 in-depth entries on scientific and technical terminology, associated with environmental protection and resource management. In addition, it contains numerous illustrations, a wide range of international case studies and extensive cross-references to guide the reader. The fourth edition represents a major update with 30% new material, additional illustrations and a greatly expanded list of relevant web resources." "Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology, Fourth Edition will be an indispensable reference for all students and professionals concerned with the world's environment."--BOOK JACKET
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Title
Dictionary of environmental science and technology.