Introduction to Environmental Forensics

Introduction to Environmental Forensics
Author: Brian L. Murphy
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 747
Release: 2014-07-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0124047076

The third edition of Introduction to Environmental Forensics is a state-of-the-art reference for the practicing environmental forensics consultant, regulator, student, academic, and scientist, with topics including compound-specific isotope analysis (CSIA), advanced multivariate statistical techniques, surrogate approaches for contaminant source identification and age dating, dendroecology, hydrofracking, releases from underground storage tanks and piping, and contaminant-transport modeling for forensic applications. Recognized international forensic scientists were selected to author chapters in their specific areas of expertise and case studies are included to illustrate the application of these methods in actual environmental forensic investigations. This edition provides updates on advances in various techniques and introduces several new topics. - Provides a comprehensive review of all aspects of environmental forensics - Coverage ranges from emerging statistical methods to state-of-the-art analytical techniques, such as gas chromatography-combustion-isotope ratio mass spectrometry and polytopic vector analysis - Numerous examples and case studies are provided to illustrate the application of these forensic techniques in environmental investigations

Recent Advances in Problems of Flow and Transport in Porous Media

Recent Advances in Problems of Flow and Transport in Porous Media
Author: J.M. Crolet
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2013-06-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9401728569

Porous media, and especially phenomena of transport in such materials, are an impor1ant field of interest for geologists, hydrogeologists, researchers in soil and fluid mechanics, petroleum and chemical engineers, physicists and scientists in many other disciplines. The development of better numerical simulation techniques in combination with the enormous expansion of computer tools, have enabled numerical simulation of transport phenomena (mass of phases and components, energy etc. ) in porous domains of interest. Before any practical application of the results of such simulations can be used, it is essential that the simulation models have been proven to be valid. In order to establish the greatest possible coherence between the models and the physical reality, frequent interaction between numericians, mathematicians and the previously quoted researchers, is necessary. Once this coherence is established, the numerical simulations could be used to predict various phenomena such as water management, propagation of pollutants etc. These simulations could be, in many cases, the only financially acceptable tool to carry out an investigation. Current studies within various fields of applications include not only physical comprehension aspects of flow and energy or solute transport in saturated or unsaturated media but also numerical aspects in deriving strong complex equations. Among the various fields of applications generally two types of problems can be observed. Those associated with the pollution of the environment and those linked to water management. The former are essentially a problem in industrialized countries, the latter are a major source of concern in North-Africa.

Physical and Chemical Dissolution Front Instability in Porous Media

Physical and Chemical Dissolution Front Instability in Porous Media
Author: Chongbin Zhao
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 363
Release: 2014-07-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319084615

This monograph provides state-of-the-art theoretical and computational findings from investigations on physical and chemical dissolution front instability problems in porous media, based on the author’s own work. Although numerical results are provided to complement theoretical ones, the focus of this monograph is on the theoretical aspects of the topic and those presented in this book are applicable to a wide range of scientific and engineering problems involving the instability of nonlinear dynamic systems. To appeal to a wider readership, common mathematical notations are used to derive the theoretical solutions. The book can be used either as a useful textbook for postgraduate students or as a valuable reference book for computational scientists, mathematicians, engineers and geoscientists.

Water Flow, Solute and Heat Transfer in Groundwater

Water Flow, Solute and Heat Transfer in Groundwater
Author: Alexander Yakirevich
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2021-01-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3039368966

Groundwater is an essential and vital water resource for drinking water production, agricultural irrigation, and industrial processes. Having a better understanding of physical and chemical processes in aquifers enables more reliable decisions and reduces investments concerning water management. This Special Issue on “Water Flow, Solute, and Heat Transfer, in Groundwater” of Water focuses on the recent advances in groundwater dynamics, and it includes high-quality papers that cover a wide range of issues on different aspects related to groundwater: protection from contamination, recharge, heat transfer, hydraulic parameters estimation, well hydraulics, microbial community, colloid transport, and mathematical models. This integrative volume aims to transfer knowledge to hydrologists, hydraulic engineers, and water resources planners, who are engaged in the sustainable development of groundwater resources.

Environmental Impact Assessment of Recycled Wastes on Surface and Ground Waters

Environmental Impact Assessment of Recycled Wastes on Surface and Ground Waters
Author: Tarek A. Kassim
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2005-07-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9783540235859

Volume 3: Engineering Modeling and Sustainability. This 3-volume reference presents the latest findings in impact assessment of recycled hazardous waste materials on surface and ground waters. Topics covered include chemodynamics, toxicology, modeling and information systems. The book serves as a practical guide for the monitoring, design, management, or conduct of environmental impact assessment. Each volume contains the table of contents of all volumes.

Physical Nonequilibrium in Soils

Physical Nonequilibrium in Soils
Author: H. Magdi Selim
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2022-01-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1000115178

Physical Nonequilibrium in Soils provides cutting-edge knowledge on physical nonequilibrium phenomena in soils, offering unique insight into the complexity of our physical world. With 18 chapters comprising the book, topics cover soil properties fluid properties mechanistic models transfer function geostatistics fractal analysis cellular-automation fluids coupling of physical and chemical nonequilibrium models confirming and quantifying physical nonequilibrium in soils analytical solutions field-scale research environmental impacts.

Porous Fluids

Porous Fluids
Author: Vallampati Ramachandra Prasad
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2021-08-18
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1839627115

Written by authoritative experts in the field, this book discusses fluid flow and transport phenomena in porous media. Portions of the book are devoted to interpretations of experimental results in this area and directions for future research. It is a useful reference for applied mathematicians and engineers, especially those working in the area of porous media.

In Situ Chemical Oxidation for Groundwater Remediation

In Situ Chemical Oxidation for Groundwater Remediation
Author: Robert L. Siegrist
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 715
Release: 2011-02-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1441978267

This volume provides comprehensive up-to-date descriptions of the principles and practices of in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) for groundwater remediation based on a decade of intensive research, development, and demonstrations, and lessons learned from commercial field applications.