Aquaculture Toxicology

Aquaculture Toxicology is an essential resource of practical information covering mechanisms of toxicity and the responses to toxic agents including aspects of uptake, metabolism and excretion of toxicants in fish, crustaceans and molluscs. This is a reliable up-to-date, all inclusive? reference guide to provide an understanding of toxicology information for the aquaculture industry. Written by respected international experts recognized in specific areas of toxicology, this book covers toxins at the environmental, cellular and molecular levels. It identifies areas where more research is needed to generate more knowledge to support a sustainable aquaculture industry including pharmaceutical pollutants and microplastics. Presents clinical information for the three major aquatic food animals (fish, crustaceans and molluscs)Present commonly used chemicals in aquaculture and their effects on the aquatic animals and environmentProvides the latest advancements in the field of toxicity to facilitate fisheries and aquaculture research INDICE: 1. Appearance of the major aquatic animal species in aquaculture2. General Introduction Toxicology of Aquatic Animals3. Disinfectants and Antifoulants4. Metals5. Agrochemicals6. Pharmaceutical Pollutants7. Oil and Derivatives8. Microplastics

• ISBN: 978-0-12-821337-7
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 280
• Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2020
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés