Environmental Chemistry: Advanced Concepts and Applications

This book is a comprehensive guide that explores the intricate relationship between chemistry and the environment. The book offers a systematic study of various aspects, including basic chemical concepts, atmospheric chemistry, phase interactions, water pollution and treatment, the atmosphere and its chemistry, particles in the atmosphere, photochemical smog, the geosphere, geochemistry, and soil chemistry. It offers a blend of theoretical explanations, practical examples, detailed illustrations, and tables to facilitate a deeper understanding of the subject matters. The book's uniqueness is its ability to simplify complex scientific concepts and present them in an accessible and engaging manner. It employs a didactic approach, making learning a proactive and enjoyable process. Readers appreciate the in-depth exploration of topics such as the law of conservation of matter, the role of the atmosphere in safeguarding life on Earth, the formation of photochemical smog, the evolution of the geosphere, and the role of soil colloids in soil chemistry. It emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts to address environmental challenges effectively. The key benefit for readers is gaining a comprehensive understanding of environmental chemistry, its concepts, and its real-world applications. This book serves as an essential resource for those aiming to gain in-depth understanding of the subject and its significance in preserving our planet. This makes it particularly appealing to students, researchers, and professionals interested in environmental sciences.

Presents comprehensive exploration across multiple disciplines making it applicable to a wide range of readers Gives exercises and questions at the end of each chapter enabling students to correlate what they have learned and apply Serves as reference both for graduate students and scholars engaged in environmental research

Autorentext

Zhen-Yu Tian is a full professor at the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences and University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research areas include advanced diagnostics, combustion reaction kinetics, catalytic combustion, and variable gravity combustion. He got several awards such as the Fellow of the Combustion Institute, the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, Beijing Outstanding Scholarship, Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship, Bernard Lewis Fellowship, Wuzhonghua Outstanding Researcher, Li Pei Teacher Dedication Award, Wang Kuancheng Leading Talent Program and etc. Up to August 2024, he has published more than 200 peer-reviewed journal papers and applied/authorized about 40 patents.

Inhalt

1. Environmental Science.- 2. Some Basic Chemistry Fundamentals.- 3. Atmospheric Chemistry.- 4. Chemical Analysis.- 5. Phase Interactions.