Overview
Organotin compounds, used as antifouling biocides since 1960, are chemical compounds that act as endocrine disrupters. It is not known how organotin compounds cause hormone disturbance, however, and many questions remain about their effect on aquatic organisms. Studies on organotin compounds have recently evolved, with many new findings reported. Following a worldwide ban on organotin compounds in 2008, alternative compounds will mainly be used, with the potential for coastal areas to become contaminated, causing, among other effects, cholinesterase inhibition in aquatic organisms. Use of alternative compounds must be controlled to avoid such errors. These and other findings are described and concisely summarized in this book, providing a useful reference in countries where alternative biocides are being considered. Included are studies on the effects on marine organisms, making this book an excellent aid to experts in environmental chemistry, to government organizations, and to students.
Full Product Details
Author: Takaomi Arai ,
Hiroya Harino ,
Madoka Ohji ,
William Langston
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Japan
Imprint: Springer Verlag, Japan
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
Dimensions:
Width: 15.50cm
, Height: 2.30cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 0.694kg
ISBN: 9784431998556
ISBN 10: 4431998551
Pages: 437
Publication Date: 21 October 2010
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
From the reviews: ""This timely, clearly written, and useful book addresses an important topic at the interface between commerce and environmental science. ! All chapters are extensively illustrated and well referenced. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals/practitioners."" (N. W. Hinman, Choice, Vol. 47 (3), November, 2009)
From the reviews: This timely, clearly written, and useful book addresses an important topic at the interface between commerce and environmental science. ! All chapters are extensively illustrated and well referenced. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals/practitioners. (N. W. Hinman, Choice, Vol. 47 (3), November, 2009)
From the reviews: This timely, clearly written, and useful book addresses an important topic at the interface between commerce and environmental science. ... All chapters are extensively illustrated and well referenced. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals/practitioners. (N. W. Hinman, Choice, Vol. 47 (3), November, 2009)
