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Basics of Toxicology: Preserving the Legacy,New
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Toxicologythe scientific study of environmental factors that are harmful to living organismswas established more than 400 years ago by the Swiss physician Paracelsus. Yet, despite its long lineage, this fascinating discipline continues to evolve sophisticated new tools and techniques for identifying toxins and the means by which they impair health.This book provides environmental technology students with an enjoyable and effective way to acquire the solid working knowledge of toxicology basics they'll need to make informed decisions as professionals. Features that make Basics of Toxicology an ideal introduction to the subject for twoyear and fouryear environmental technology students, include:* Acclaimed, userfriendly, modular format found in all the books in the Preserving the Legacy series* Basic anatomy, physiology, and chemistry concepts that help clarify how toxins interact with living tissue* Rapidlearning chapter structure, featuring clear, concise objectives, concept statements, and summaries, as well as practice questions* Helpful sidebars that highlight critical concepts* More than 150 highquality linedrawings, photographs, diagrams, charts, and tables* Numerous easytoperform, skillbuilding activities* A glossary of more than 800 essential terms* Extensive bibliography of recommended readings in all key subject areas* Basic anatomy, physiology, and chemistry concepts that help clarify how toxins interact with living tissueIts comprehensive scope along with its quickreference design also makes Basics of Toxicology a handy working reference for practicing environmental technicians.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Basics of Toxicology'? A: The book focuses on the scientific study of environmental factors that are harmful to living organisms, providing foundational knowledge in toxicology for environmental technology students.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Basics of Toxicology'? A: The author of 'Basics of Toxicology' is Chris Kent.
- Q: How many pages does 'Basics of Toxicology' have? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: Basics of Toxicology was published on November 13, 1998.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Basics of Toxicology'? A: Key features include a user-friendly format, clear chapter structures, practice questions, sidebars highlighting critical concepts, and over 150 illustrations, photographs, and charts.
- Q: Is 'Basics of Toxicology' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is designed as an ideal introduction for both two-year and four-year environmental technology students.
- Q: Does the book include a glossary? A: Yes, 'Basics of Toxicology' includes a glossary of more than 800 essential terms.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there recommended readings included in the book? A: Yes, there is an extensive bibliography of recommended readings in all key subject areas.