Elements of Environmental Science

Contents: Foreword. Preface. 1. Multidisciplinary aspects. 2. Natural resources. 3. Ecosystems. 4. Biodiversity and its conservation. 5. Environmental pollution and control. 6. Social issues and the environmental effects. 7. Legal aspects. 8. Human population and the environment. Appendix. Cash study. References and bibliography/webliography. Index.

"This book deals with basic concepts of environmental studies, recently introduced as a paper by University Grant Commission at undergraduate level for all disciplines as well as for the general aspirants of environment and ecology. Every concept included in this book has been explained in a lucid manner by simple language. Wherever necessary, simple diagrams have been provided to make the concept illustrative. In this book, scientific themes as well as some insights into the social, political and economic system that impact our environment are discussed."