Radon's deadly daughters: science, environmental policy, and the politics of risk
Auteur :
Edelstein, Michael R. / Makofske, William J.
Éditeur :
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
ISBN :
9780847683345
Date de publication :
18 déc. 1997
Dimensions :
22,7 x 14,9 x 2,1 cm
Poids :
513 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
This work unveils the factors that have led to misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue. It shows how risk factors are hidden by mystic beliefs that contradict scientific realities and how political and scientific realities behind environmental policy can undermine an effective response.