Heavy Metals Problems and Solutions [Paperback]

Heavy Metals: Problems and Solutions is divided into three sections dealing with basic geochemical processes, remediation and case studies. The basic geochemical processes are discussed with respect to mobility in the environment and impact as well as methods to derive guidelines for heavy metals. Remediation focuses on currently available methods to treat contaminated sediments and soils. In addition, it considers the concept of geochemical engineering for remediation of large areas contaminated by metals. A number of case studies of polluted sediments and soils and their environmental impact highlight the principles discussed in the first two sections. Heavy Metals: Problems and Solutions is divided into three sections dealing with basic geochemical processes, remediation and case studies. The basic geochemical processes are discussed with respect to mobility in the environment and impact as well as methods to derive guidelines for heavy metals. Remediation focuses on currently available methods to treat contaminated sediments and soils. In addition, it considers the concept of geochemical engineering for remediation of large areas contaminated by metals. A number of case studies of polluted sediments and soils and their environmental impact highlight the principles discussed in the first two sections.I Metal Behavior in the Environment.- 1. Agricultural Problems Related to Excessive Trace Metal Contents of Soils.- 2. Speciation of Heavy Metals in Soils and Groundwater and Implications for Their Natural and Provoked Mobility.- 3. Diffuse Sources of Pollution by Toxic Metals and Impact on Receiving Waters.- 4. Monitoring of Air Pollutants Effects, Some Principles and Examples.- 5. Quality of Information Contamination of the Environment.- 6. Soil Protection in The Netherlands.- 7. Mathematical Modeling for Assessment of Soil Pollution.- II Engineering Approaches to Remediation.- 8. Impact of Mining Activities on the Terrestrial and Aquatic Environment with Emphasilƒ"