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This introductory module explores the structure/solubility relationships of organic compounds, explains how to extract pesticide residues from fruits and vegetables, analyzes the extract for pesticide content using gas chromatography, and uses the data collected as a basis for discussion about the issues surrounding pesticide regulation.

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Preface Introduction 1. Organochlorine Pesticides 2. Solubilities of Organic Compounds 3. Fundamentals of Organic Extraction 4. Supercritical Fluid Extraction 5. Gas Chromatography as a Tool for the Analysis of Organic Compounds 6. Risk Assessment and Human Health 7. Pesticide Regulation and Tolerance Levels 8. The Great Debate A. Tolerance B. Pesticide Residue Survey of Produce from 1989 to 1991 Index

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      Publisher: University Science Books,U.S.
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 12/08/1998
      ISBN13: 9780935702460, 978-0935702460
      ISBN10: 935702466

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This introductory module explores the structure/solubility relationships of organic compounds, explains how to extract pesticide residues from fruits and vegetables, analyzes the extract for pesticide content using gas chromatography, and uses the data collected as a basis for discussion about the issues surrounding pesticide regulation.

      Table of Contents
      Preface Introduction 1. Organochlorine Pesticides 2. Solubilities of Organic Compounds 3. Fundamentals of Organic Extraction 4. Supercritical Fluid Extraction 5. Gas Chromatography as a Tool for the Analysis of Organic Compounds 6. Risk Assessment and Human Health 7. Pesticide Regulation and Tolerance Levels 8. The Great Debate A. Tolerance B. Pesticide Residue Survey of Produce from 1989 to 1991 Index

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