Fundamentals of Site Remediation for Metal- and Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soils

This introductory manual addresses environmental site restoration practices that both ensure compliance with federal statutes and prevent further contamination or expense. Emphasizing environmental chemistry, soil science, microbiology, plant science, and the underlying chemical processes, Fundamentals of Site Remediation incorporates relevant chemical principles into the cleanup and removal of hazardous chemicals from soil, geological strata, and groundwater.

John Pichtel is professor of natural resources and environmental management at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana.