| Description |
xx, 354 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| 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. |
| Subject |
Pediatric toxicology.
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Environmental toxicology.
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Pollution -- Psychological aspects.
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| ISBN |
9780195386660 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
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0195386663 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| Standard No. |
CDX 8853038 |
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AU@ 000043471179 |
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