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Book SynopsisTo effectively deal with any chemical-based problem, including pollution, environmental, health and safety professionals must have at least a rudimentary understanding of the basic concepts of chemistry. This book provides such professionals with an introductory reference that will help them to understand the fundamental principles of chemistry and to understand those principles as they apply to the environmental compliance programs that regulate workplace activity. Written for anyone whose work involves environmental management, planning, impact assessment, protection, or compliance, or whose responsibilities include designing, implementing, and evaluating a health and safety program, Chemistry for Nonchemists provides a detailed overview of chemistry and its principles, chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions, and their application to regulatory compliance programs under the various environmental, health and safety laws. This book will help readers understand the laws of chemistr
Table of ContentsChapter 1 1 Introduction Chapter 2 2 Atoms and Elements Chapter 3 3 Chemical Bonds Chapter 4 4 Inorganic Chemistry and Terminology Chapter 5 5 Organic Chemistry and Terminology Chapter 6 6 Chemical Reactions Chapter 7 7 Understanding Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Chapter 8 8 Water Chemistry & Water Pollution Chapter 9 9 Atmospheric Chemistry Chapter 10 10 Soil Chemistry Chapter 11 11 Organic Chemistry & Pesticides Chapter 12 12 Toxicological Chemistry Chapter 13 13 Nuclear Chemistry and Radioactivity Chapter 14 14 Hazardous Waste & Treatment Methods Chapter 15 15 Sampling and Analysis
