Phytoremediation: Transformation and Control of Contaminants: 118 (Environmental Science and Technology: A Wiley-Interscience Series of Textsand Monographs) - Hardcover

"...the most detailed literary assessment of the subject available today..." (Advances in Horticultral Science, Vol. 19 (3), 2005)

"This comprehensive book represents a significant and valuable contribution...highly recommended for anyone working or interested in this subject." (Soil Science, April 2005)

"The detail and broad range of topics make this book useful for students as well as regulatory experts and people actively working in the field of phytoremediation." (Ground Water, January/February 2005)

"...an indispensable reference to practical case studies..." (International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Vol.84, No.14-15, 10-20 December 2004)

"...an interesting and absorbing read, and the technologies are presented in an organized, detailed and useful manner." (Chemical Health & Safety, September-October 2004)

"...represents an excellent contribution to the ultimate success of phytoremediation technology." (Journal of Environmental Quality, July-August 2004)

"It provides a comprehensive and in-depth source of current scientific knowledge, as well as extensive reference citations, to be of great value to the scientific researcher in this field." (SIM News, July/August 2004)

"It is noted that all chapters were peer reviewed. The 80 plus contributors are broadly drawn from universities, government agencies, consulting firms, and foreign laboratories." (Journal of Hazardous Materials, 108, March 2004)

"There are countless examples of useful figures, tables, diagrams, illustrations, and schematics, which by themselves make the book worth acquiring." (E-Streams, Vol. 7, No. 5)

"...one of the best books on phytoremediation for organic contaminants available today...a complete, current, and highly valuable resource..." (Veterinary and Human Toxicology, Vol. 46, No. 2, April 2004)

A peerless survey of the emerging field of phytoremediation

Phytoremediation involves the use of vascular plants, algae, and fungi to remove and control waste or spur waste breakdown by microorganisms in the soil zone that surrounds and is influenced by the roots of plants. The diverse wastes that can be managed by using phytoremediation include xenobiotic organic chemicals, sewage, salts, nutrients, heavy metals, metalloids, and air pollutants. Phytoremediation: Transformation and Control of Contaminants provides an authoritative account of the history and the most recent developments of this exciting, emerging field.

Steven McCutcheon and Jerald Schnoor's insightful book defines the current state of the science of phytoremediation and points the way to further possible applications. Site managers and engineers will receive guidance in selecting plants to clean up contaminated sites cost effectively, while plant ecologists and biochemists will appreciate the nuts and bolts analysis of how phytoremediation works, and suggestions of directions for research. The editors divide their one-of-a-kind text into seven clearly defined sections for easy reference:
* Overview of Science and Applications
* Fundamentals of Phytotransformation and Control of Contaminants
* Science and Practice for Aromatic, Phenolic, and Hydrocarbon Contaminants
* Transformation and Control of Explosives
* Fate and Control of Chlorinated Solvents and Other Halogenated Compounds
* Modeling, Design, and Field-Pilot Testing
* Latest Advances

Environmental, remediation, and site engineers; site managers; plant and soil scientists; ecologists; and environmental toxicologists, chemists, and microbiologists will find Phytoremediation: Transformation and Control of Contaminants to be an invaluable addition to their professional libraries.