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A comprehensive book presenting the fundamentals of air pollution.
The coverage includes the important principles and practices of
pollution sampling, analysis and control. The types, sources and
effects of air pollution on human health, animals, plants and materials
are also dealt with in great detail. Also discussed is the part played
by meteorological factors in dispersion of atmospheric effluents.
Miscellaneous topics like acid rain, greenhouse effect, indoor air
pollution and occupational diseases, such as silicosis and asbestosis,
have also been covered.
An attempt has been made to make the book Indian-oriented.
Included are the Pollution Control Acts of India, air pollution
problems in Indian cities, Indian Standards pertaining to air quality,
and specific case studies of effects of air pollution in India such
as the effect on the Taj Mahal.
With its systematic approach, unified presentation and comprehensive
coverage including data pertaining to Indian conditions, the
book would be immensely useful to practising environmental
engineers, civil engineers, chemical engineers, medical practitioners,
and town and regional planners. It would also be useful to personnel
in charge of pollution control in industries and government
departments. Students would also find it an invaluable reference.