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Environmental chemistry is considered an interdisciplinary field of study that involves the science of ecology as well as chemistry. This volume deals with topics in environmental chemistry, such as pesticide-related illnesses in humans and plants, the effects of litterfall in the soil of tropical forests, and toxicants in various bodies of water.

Analytical chemistry is the study of what chemicals are present and in what amount in natural and artificial materials. This collection presents a broad selection of articles on analytical chemistry, including methods of determination and analysis as applied to pharmaceuticals, foods, proteins, and more.

Organic chemists are working to produce better polymers with specific properties, such as biodegradable plastics. Organic chemists are also researching the reactions that occur in living systems and understanding the molecular causes of disease. This book presents a range of research on important topics in the field.

Physical chemistry is the study of how molecular and atomic levels of materials behave and how chemical reactions occur. It covers topics ranging from biochemistry to materials properties to the development of quantum computers. This title presents a selection of articles on topics in the field.