Book Description
'Access to safe water is a fundamental human need and therefore a basic human
right' Kofi Annan, United Nations Secretary General
Edited by two world-renowned scientists in the field, The Handbook of Water and
Wastewater Microbiology provides a definitive and comprehensive coverage of
water and wastewater microbiology. With contributions from experts from around
the world, this book gives a global perspective on the important issues faced in
the provision of safe drinking water, the problems of dealing with aquatic
pollution and the processes involved in wastewater management.
Starting with an introductory chapter of basic microbiological principles, The
Handbook of Water and Wastewater Microbiology develops these principles further,
ensuring that this is the essential text for process engineers with little
microbiological experience and specialist microbiologists alike.
Comprehensive selection of reviews dealing with drinking water and aquatic
pollution
Provides an understading of basic microbiology and how it is applied to
engineering process solutions
Suitable for all levels of knowledge in microbiology -from those with no
background to specialists who require the depth of information
Product Details
Hardcover: 832 pages
Publisher: Academic Press (July 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0124701000
ISBN-13: 978-0124701007
Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.2 x 1.7 inches
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