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Pollution
As populations grow and human activities change, we threaten our environment through pollution. Yet, by understanding the causes and effects of pollution we can seek to reduce it while maintaining levels of development and economic activity. This book explores different types of pollution land pollution such as agricultural and industrial waste urban issues of domestic waste, smog and noise water pollution, from chemicals in local rivers to major oil spillages atmospheric pollution including acid rain global warming and issues in nuclear energy. The text analyzes the effects of pollution at the local, national and international scales, exploring ways in which to manage and contain it effectively. The book presents an issues-based approach and detailed case studies.
93 pages, Paperback
First published October 4, 1999
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