Chemistry for Nonchemists Principles and Applications for Environmental Practitioners

Chemistry for Nonchemists provides environmental, health and safety professionals with an introductory reference book that will help them to understand the fundamental principles of chemistry and to understand those principles as they apply to the environmental compliance programs that regulate workplace activity. The book uses easy-to-understand language, keeps the science and mathematical language to a minimum, and provides numerous resources for enhancing the learning process.

Frank R. Spellman is assistant professor of environmental health at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia.