Impacts of Pollutants of Emerging Concern on Ecosystems and Human Health

Impacts of Pollutants of Emerging Concern on Ecosystems and Human Health highlights the occurrence and the environmental and health risks of emerging contaminants. The book covers the detection, source identification, and concentration of various emerging pollutants, such as pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and microplastics, delving into the transport, transformation, and bioaccumulation of these pollutants and analyzing their ecological and human health impacts. Additionally, users will find an overview of conventional and advanced treatment methods and innovative, eco-friendly solutions for pollution control and remediation.

• Provides a comprehensive understanding of the occurrence of emerging pollutants in the environment
• Describes source tracking and the ecotoxicity threat posed by emerging pollutants
• Covers current obstacles in predicting the environment and the human health risks of emerging pollutants