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We have been witnessing a silent chemical revolution over the past half century. Pesticides bring widespread environmental contamination, with residues detected far from their site of application. These substances are playing havoc with the lives of humans and the environment because of their indiscriminate use. Pesticide Risk Assessment describes the environmental risks associated with the injudicious use of pesticides and their mixtures, their methods of estimation and assessment, and their regulation. It also contains methods to reduce and minimize the risks associated with the use of pesticides. The book: Examines pesticides, their impact on the environment, mode of action, estimation methods, risk assessment, mixture toxicity, alternatives for risk reduction, and regulatory aspects. Includes global case studies detailing cases of pesticide poisoning, and the health effects of exposure to pesticides. Covers risks to human health, aquifers and aquatic organisms, pollinators, soil micro flora and fauna, terrestrial organisms and wildlife. Suitable for anyone involved in pesticide application and integrated pest management, this is essential reading for researchers, scientists, extension workers and policy makers.
Contents
Part I: Impact and Estimation of Pesticides 1: Pesticides 2: Impact of Pesticides on the Environment Part II: Pesticide Risk and Assessment 3: Toxicity of Pesticides Based on their Mode of Action 4: Diagnostic Tools for Pesticide Detection 5: Toxicity of Pesticides in Mixtures with the Same Mode of Action 6: Toxicity of Pesticides in Mixtures with Different Modes of Action 7: Techniques for Pesticide Risk Assessment 8: Co-Relation of Pesticide Risk and Body Characteristics 9: Co-Relation of Toxicity and Classification of Pesticides Part III: Remediation to Reduce Pesticide Risk 10: Pesticide Risk - Case Studies 11: Alternatives for Reducing Pesticide Risk 12: Awareness for Reducing Pesticide Risk 13: Regulation of Pesticides and Associated Risks