Children and pollution : why scientists disagree

Children and pollution : why scientists disagree / Colleen F. Moore.

How does pollution impact our daily quality of life? What are the effects of pollution on children's development? Why do industry and environmental experts disagree about what levels of pollutants are safe? In this clearly written book, Moore traces the debates around five key pollutants--lead,...

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Main Author: Moore, Colleen F., 1950-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, ©2009.
Subjects:
Pediatric toxicology.
Environmental toxicology.
Pollution > Psychological aspects.
MEDICAL > Pediatrics.
HEALTH & FITNESS > Children's Health.
Environmental toxicology
Pediatric toxicology
Pollution > Psychological aspects
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Table of Contents:
  • Prologue
  • Lead and the roots of environmental controversies
  • Mercury : not just another fish story
  • PCBs : another global pollutant
  • Neurotoxins influence neurodevelopment : organophosphorus and carbamate pesticides
  • Noise : a barrier to children's learning
  • It isn't fair : environmental pollution disasters and community relocations
  • The best science, values, and the precautionary principle to protect children
  • Protect your family, protect our planet
  • Afterword: A few remarks on global warming
  • Appendix: Understanding two important statistical concepts.

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