
- 258 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
The Handbook of Pesticides
About this book
The 'handbook of pesticides' is a comprehensive, scientific manual on the use, nature, effect and control of pesticides. It features contributions by experts from government pest management institutions, academia, and the private sector on issues associated to the needs, uses, and properties of chemicals found in modern pesticides. The book discusses pesticide crop residue limits; hazard levels of long-term human toxicity; and the chemical profile of different pesticides. This pesticide manual is an important reference tool for different readers spanning the food sector, the agricultural sector, environmental and industrial health/safety specialists and toxicologists. It also gives pesticide handlers tips on what to do for prevention of pesticide exposure and poisoning.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Copyright
- ABOUT THE AUTHOR
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- Acknoledgement
- Dedication
- Preface
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Pesticides
- Chapter 2 Pest Control
- Chapter 3 Classification of Pesticides
- Chapter 4 Benefits and Risks Associated With The Use of Pesticides
- Chapter 5 How Pesticides Gets Into The Environment
- Chapter 6 Children Exposure To Pesticides
- Chapter 7 Toxicokinetics Varies For Different Types of Pesticide
- Chapter 8 What Can Be Done To Prevent Pesticide Exposure And Poisoning
- Chapter 9 Handling Pesticides
- Chapter 10 Rules And Treaties That Govern Pesticides
- Index
- Back Cover