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_bSPE 2021
100 1 _aSpellman, Frank R.,
_eauthor
245 1 4 _aThe science of water :
_bconcepts and applications /
_cFrank R. Spellman.
250 _aFourth edition.
264 1 _aBoca Raton, FL :
_bCRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group,
_c2021.
300 _axxiii, 611 pages :
_billustrations
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _aunmediated
_bn
_2rdamedia
338 _avolume
_bnc
_2rdacarrier
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520 _a"The Science of Water: Concepts and Applications, Fourth Edition contains a wealth of scientific information and is based on real-world experience. Building on the third edition, this text applies the latest data and research in the field, and addresses water contamination as a growing problem. The book material covers a wide range of water contaminants, the cause of these contaminants, and considers their impact on surface water and groundwater sources. It also explores sustainability and the effects of human use, misuse, and reuse of freshwater and wastewater on the overall water supply. Provides Valuable Insight for Water/Wastewater Practitioners Designed to fill a gap in the available material about water, the book examines water reserve utilization and the role of policymakers involved in the decision-making process. The book provides practical knowledge that practitioners and operators must have in order to pass licensure/certification tests and keep up with relevant changes. It also updates all previous chapters, presents numerous example math problems, and provides information not covered in earlier editions. Features: Updated throughout, and adds new problems, tables, and figures Includes new coverage on persistent chemicals in drinking water and the latest techniques in converting treated wastewater to safe drinking water Provides updated information on pertinent regulations dealing with important aspects of water supply and treatment The Science of Water: Concepts and Applications, Fourth Edition serves a varied audience-it can be utilized by water/wastewater practitioners-as well as students, lay personnel, regulators, technical experts, attorneys, business leaders, and concerned citizens"--
650 0 _aWater.
650 0 _aWater
_xIndustrial applications
650 0 _aWater
_xPollution.
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