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Water Technology

Author: N. F. Gray

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Water and wastewater engineering is the worlds biggest industry with more professionals working in it than in any other single industry sector. This accessible student textbook introduces the reader to the key concepts of water technology by explaining the fundamentals of hydrobiology, aquatic ecosystems, water treatment and supply and wastewater treatment.In 2000 the Water Framework Directive came into force - this is the most substantial piece of EC water legislation to date. It requires all inland and coastal waters to reach "good status" by 2015. Professor Gray includes the new framework throughout this new edition taking into account the implications of compliance and practice, as well as discussing the topical issue of sustainable principles in water management.

Covers water quality and regulation

Deals with water quality assessment, management and treatment

Includes a new chapter on sustainability within water technology

 

Keywords

hydrobiology Water resources animals plants freshwaters aquatic ecosystems Micro-organisms pollution control Water pollution Water basin management Water quality Water treatment contamination Pathogens wastewater sewage treatment Fixed-film systems Activated sludge Anaerobic treatment water management

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