Overview

All the practical techniques and methods used by environmental technicians are described in this reference. Topics such as sample collection, sample custody, and field and laboratory quality assurance are covered in detail. The author also explains how to validate and interpret analytical data and reports, as well as providing an overview of the occurrence, source and fate of toxic pollutants.

Full Product Details

Author:   Maria Csuros
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 17.40cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 24.60cm
Weight:   0.610kg
ISBN:  

9780873718356

ISBN 10:   0873718356
Pages:   332
Publication Date:   16 September 1994
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

Table of Contents

Part 1 . Collecting. Preserving. and Handling Environmental Samples Chapter 1 . General Considerations in Sampling Chapter 2 . Field Tests Chapter 3 . Sample Collection from Different Matrices Part 2 . Quality Assurance and Quality Control Chapter 4 . Introduction to Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAIQC) Chapter 5 . Sample Custody Chapter 6 . Approved Analytical Methods and References Chapter 7 . Analytical System Calibration and Performance Check Chapter 8 . Quality Management of Laboratory Instruments and Supplies Chapter 9 . Quality Control Requirements Part 3 . Data Quality and Reporting Chapter 10 . Raw Data Conversion into Reportable Results Chapter 11 . Evaluation and Approval of Analytical Data Chapter 12 . Reporting Analytical Data Part 4 . Discussion of the Analyzed Parameters Chapter 13 . Introduction to Physical Properties Chapter 14 . Introduction to Metals Chapter 15 . Inorganic Non-metallic Constituents Chapter 16 Organic Pollutants Chapter 17 . Microbiological Parameters and Radioactivity Part 5 . Environmental Regulations Chapter 18 . Regulations and Standards

Reviews

Author Information

Maria Csuros is an environmental chemist with many years of varied experience. She received her Master of Science degree from Jozsef Attila University, Szeged, Hungary, in chemistry.

Tab Content 6

Author Website:  

Countries Available

All regions