Rapid urbanization and industrialization have resulted in the persistent degradation of air quality, which has emerged as a significant environmental issue in numerous urban centers across both developed and developing nations. Characterized by elevated levels of suspended particulate matter, oxides of sulfur and nitrogen, air pollution is primarily attributed to the increased use of vehicles. The book delves into the rationales for air quality management and green belt development in urban areas.
Shilpa Shyam, Scientist, Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITRC, CSIR), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.H. N. Verma, Professor in Botany & Head of Plant Virus Laboratory, Lucknow University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.S. K. Bhargava, Scientist- F and Head, Environmental Monitoring Section, Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITRC, CSIR), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
1. Introduction2. Air Pollution3. Major Air Pollutants in Urban Air4. Global Status of Major Air Pollutants5. Effect of Air Pollutants on Biotic and Abiotic Components of Ecosystems6. Plants Response to Air Pollution With Respect to Specific Biochemical Parameters7. Meteorology and Air Pollution8. Heavy Metals In Urban Environment9. Itigatory Methods to Urban Air Pollution10. Study Plan for Air Pollution Monitoring and Impact Analysis11. Green Belt Development12. Sampling & Quantitative Estimation of Major Air Pollutants & Biochemical Parameters of Plants13. Standards to Control Air Pollution