Basics of Toxicology

Kent, Chris

Preserving the Legacy

1. Edition November 1998
416 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd

ISBN: 978-0-471-29982-0

John Wiley & Sons

Toxicology--the scientific study of environmental factors that are
harmful to living organisms--was 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 two-year and four-year
environmental technology students, include:

* Acclaimed, user-friendly, 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

* Rapid-learning chapter structure, featuring clear, concise
objectives, concept statements, and summaries, as well as practice
questions

* Helpful sidebars that highlight critical concepts

* More than 150 high-quality line-drawings, photographs, diagrams,
charts, and tables

* Numerous easy-to-perform, skill-building 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 tissue

Its comprehensive scope along with its quick-reference design also
makes Basics of Toxicology a handy working reference for practicing
environmental technicians.

Introduction to Toxicology.

Epidemiological and Toxicological Studies.

Routes of Exposure.

The Dose-Response Relationship.

Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Elimination of
Toxics.

Target Organ Effects.

Survey of Toxic Substances.

Radiation, Pathogens, and Naturally Occurring Toxins.

Mutagens, Teratogens, and Carcinogens.

Risk Assessment and Acute Exposure Treatment.

Glossary.

Bibliography.

Index.

CHRIS KENT received a B.A. in biology in 1973 from Illinois Wesleyan University, and went on to earn a Master's Degree in Zoology and a Doctorate in Biology from Idaho State University, where his research focused on the accumulation of contaminants in the environment and their effect on fish. Mr. Kent received a National Research Council Postdoctoral Research Associateship, under the sponsorship of the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration to continue his investigation of the potential effects of environmental contaminants on fish. Mr. Kent taught at Idaho State University from 1981 to 1984. Since then he has been at the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL), where he has been involved in the development and implementation of training to meet the requirements of OSHA's Hazard Communication Law and a basic toxicology course for personnel required to obtain HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations) training. He is currently working as a scientist in support of environmental regulatory compliance and chemical management issues.