Heavy metals, such as lead, chromium, cadmium, zinc, copper, and
nickel, are important constituents of most living organisms, as
well as many nonliving substances. Some heavy metals are essential
for growth of biological and microbiological lives, yet their
presence in excessive quantities is harmful to humans and
interferes with many environmental processes. Heavy metals are also
nonbiodegradable, making them more difficult to remediate.
Decontamination of Heavy Metals: Processes, Mechanisms, and
Applications tackles the subject of heavy metals in the
environment, with special emphasis on their treatment, removal,
recovery, disposal, management, and modeling.
Concepts, Cutting-Edge Technologies, and Applications
The book provides in-depth coverage of the major hazardous heavy
metals that are found in water, land, and facilities and that have
significant effects on public health and the environment. After an
overview of heavy metal contamination, the text reviews the
concepts and technologies of pollution prevention. It then examines
technologies for metal decontamination, ranging from precipitation
which is the most commonly used to cutting-edge technologies such
as precipitation-crystallization, ion exchange, membrane
filtration, and electrolysis. Mathematical models for metal removal
and recovery are also included.
Develop a Feasible Total Heavy Metal Control Program
Complementing other books in the Advances in Industrial and
Hazardous Wastes Treatment series, this volume presents important
research related to the remediation of heavy metals. Extensive
references are included for readers who want to trace, duplicate,
or improve on a specific industrial hazardous waste treatment
practice. A comprehensive handbook for environmental professionals,
researchers, and students, it provides technical information to
help readers develop a feasible total metal control program that
can benefit both industry and local municipalities.
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