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Assessment and control of nonpoint source pollution of aquatic ecosystems : a practical approach

J. A. Thornton

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Introduction. Purpose of book and how it can best be used. Development and implementation of a nonpoint source pollution control programme. The hydrologic cycle and factors affecting the generation, transport, and transformation of nonpoint source pollutants. Types of aquatic pollutants, impacts on water quality, and determination of critical levels. Human activities in the drainage basin as sources of nonpoint pollutants. Measurement of nonpoint source pollution. Modelling of nonpoint source pollutant loads. Available nonpoint source pollution control measures. Selection of a nonpoint source pollution control programme. Opportunities for the future. References. Index.

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Key concepts: Nonpoint source pollution, Environmental science, Pollutant, Aquatic ecosystem, Pollution, Water quality, Water resource management, Environmental engineering