Organometallic Compounds in the Environment

Organometallic Compounds in the Environment
Author: P. J. Craig
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2003-09-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0470864885

A knowledge of the chemical structure and concentration of organometal compounds throughout the ecosystem is important in working out the pathways and mechanisms by which metals distribute themselves throughout the environment. Treating the topic as an integrated subject area, the Second Edition of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment covers all the recent developments in analytical techniques and reports all the new work that has been achieved since the first book. Covers the general importance and characteristics of organometallic species. Includes general developments in analytical techniques. Discusses several minority elements including antimony and selenium. The book addresses the subject in a single, manageable size and each chapter can be used either as a single review or sequentially within the topic area. A useful resource for all researchers and scientists in industry working with organometallic compounds, including, chemists, environmentalists and ecologists.

Occurrence and Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment

Occurrence and Analysis of Organometallic Compounds in the Environment
Author: T. R. Crompton
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 254
Release: 1998-05-08
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780471976073

Unter besonderer Berücksichtigung der wichtigsten Schadstoffe - Quecksilber, Blei, Zinn und Arsen - werden hier alle Aspekte des Vorkommens, der Toxizität und der Analytik organometallischer Verbindungen in Umweltproben systematisch erläutert. Ausführlich wird auch auf Phänomene wie die Bioakkumulation und die Verteilung der Xenobiotika im Ökosystem eingegangen. (02/98)

Chemistry and Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in the Environment

Chemistry and Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in the Environment
Author: H.J. Bloemen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9401121524

Interest in the occurrence and behaviour of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is increasing due to their adverse effects on the environment and human health. It is essential that information is made available on the various aspects of research on VOCs to enable better understanding and control of the various environmental and human health threats. The information in this book will be used to improve communication and understanding of the various approaches. In particular the potential and limitations of the described analytical methods will be essential in defining environmental studies and interpreting the results.

Chemistry of Marine Water and Sediments

Chemistry of Marine Water and Sediments
Author: Antonio Gianguzza
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 513
Release: 2013-06-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 366204935X

The most important processes on the Earth`s surface occur in the Ocean where materials and energy are primarily exchanged. In the case of marine chemistry different fields of chemistry from organic to inorganic as well as thermodynamics and biochemistry are involved. Analytical Chemistry is a very important tool for the quantification of biogeochemical processes by providing correct and even more sophisticated methodologies. These are often directly applied 'in situ', in order to detect trace and ultra-trace natural and anthropogenic substances. Kinetic and thermodynamic studies allow us to establish whether the process occurs. Once discovered it is then possible to build up general models for environmental systems. This book gathers many aspects with the aim of creating a general picture of the chemical processes occurring in the marine environment

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for Environmental Applications

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for Environmental Applications
Author: Sujit K. Ghosh
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2019-06-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128146346

Metal-Organic Frameworks for Environmental Applications examines this important topic, looking at potential materials and methods for the remediation of pressing pollution issues, such as heavy-metal contaminants in water streams, radioactive waste disposal, marine oil-spillage, the treatment of textile and dye industry effluents, the clean-up of trace amounts of explosives in land and water, and many other topics. This survey of the cutting-edge research and technology of MOFs is an invaluable resource for researchers working in inorganic chemistry and materials science, but it is also ideal for graduate students studying MOFs and their applications. - Examines the applications of metal-organic frameworks for the remediation of environmental pollutants - Features leading experts who research the applications of MOFs from around the world, including contributions from the United States, India and China - Explores possible solutions to some of today's most pressing environmental challenges, such as heavy-metal contamination in bodies of water, oil spills and clean-up of explosives hidden in land and water - Provides an excellent reference for researchers and graduate students studying in the areas of inorganic chemistry, materials chemistry and environmental science

Determination of Toxic Organic Chemicals In Natural Waters, Sediments and Soils

Determination of Toxic Organic Chemicals In Natural Waters, Sediments and Soils
Author: T. R. Crompton
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2019-06-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128165308

Determination of Toxic Organic Chemicals in Natural Waters, Sediments and Soils: Determination and Analysis reviews the latest techniques for the determination and assessment of both current and emerging organic compounds in a range of important environmental contexts. A wide range of organic compounds in non-saline waters are discussed in the opening chapters, including hydrocarbons, surface active agents and volatile organic compounds. This is followed by multiorganics, pesticides and organometallic compounds in non-saline waters. Organic compounds in aqueous precipitation are then explored before the book goes on to discuss compounds in soils, including extraction techniques, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides, and organometallic compounds. Finally, the concluding chapters focus on compounds in sediments, providing readers with the latest information in the field and supporting them as they address the important issue surrounding organic material throughout ecosystems. - Highlights the latest methods for analyzing a wide range of organic compounds - Supports researchers by providing detailed information across a range of ecosystems - Includes detailed guidance for assessing complex mixtures of organic compounds in the environment

Volatile Organic Compounds in the Atmosphere

Volatile Organic Compounds in the Atmosphere
Author: Ralf Koppmann
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0470994150

Every day, large quantities of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted into the atmosphere from both anthropogenic and natural sources. The formation of gaseous and particulate secondary products caused by oxidation of VOCs is one of the largest unknowns in the quantitative prediction of the earth’s climate on a regional and global scale, and on the understanding of local air quality. To be able to model and control their impact, it is essential to understand the sources of VOCs, their distribution in the atmosphere and the chemical transformations which remove these compounds from the atmosphere. In recent years techniques for the analysis of organic compounds in the atmosphere have been developed to increase the spectrum of detectable compounds and their detection limits. New methods have been introduced to increase the time resolution of those measurements and to resolve more complex mixtures of organic compounds. Volatile Organic Compounds in the Atmosphere describes the current state of knowledge of the chemistry of VOCs as well as the methods and techniques to analyse gaseous and particulate organic compounds in the atmosphere. The aim is to provide an authoritative review to address the needs of both graduate students and active researchers in the field of atmospheric chemistry research.

Pyrolysis of Organic Molecules

Pyrolysis of Organic Molecules
Author: Serban C. Moldoveanu
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 737
Release: 2009-09-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080932150

Pyrolysis of Organic Molecules with Applications to Health and Environmental Issues, the 28th volume in the Techniques and Instrumentation in Analytical Chemistry series, gives a systematic and comprehensive description of pyrolysis of non-polymeric organic molecules. Pyrolysis is involved in many practical applications as well as in many common human activities, but harmful compounds can be generated in the process. The study of pyrolysis and of the formation of undesirable compounds as a result of pyrolytic processes is of considerable interest to chemists, chemical engineers, and toxicologists. - Pyrolysis results for compounds not previously studied or reported - Updated information from a large body of results published on pyrolysis of individual compounds or classes of compounds - Information on mechanisms and kinetics of numerous pyrolytic processes

Organometallic Compounds and Living Organisms

Organometallic Compounds and Living Organisms
Author: John Thayer
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2012-12-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323157653

Organometallic Compounds and Living Organisms provides information pertinent to the fundamental aspects of organometallic compounds and living organisms. This book discusses the biological effects of organometallic compounds. Organized into 10 chapters, this book begins with an overview of the recognition of methylmercuric compounds as the causative agents of Minamata disease, which has generated intensive research of their toxic effects. This text then examines the number of investigative applications of the biological inertness of silicones. Other chapters consider the capacity of many organometals to deactivate enzymes, which makes these compounds very useful for studying the nature of the enzyme active site. This book discusses as well the use and preparation of organometallurium compounds as imaging agents. The final chapter deals with the formation and cleavage of metal(loid)–carbon bonds, which play significant roles in the environmental transformation and circulation of metal(loids). This book is a valuable resource for chemists.