Isbn: 9780847683345 - radon's deadly daughters: science, environmental policy, and the politics of risk (20 risultati)

Condizione: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Radon's Deadly Daughters: Science, Environmental Policy, and the Politics of Risk. Book.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Five years after Three Mile Island awakened Americans to the dread of radioactive release, a new and potentially more consequential radioactive threat was discovered in a Pennsylvania home. Touted as the second major cause of lung cancer, the radon problem was prominent as a leading environmental risk. However, widespread acceptance of this risk has never materialized. In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue. The lessons of radon have great relevance in a contaminated world where people are increasingly surrounded by invisible environmental hazards, where uncertainty and controversy shroud a clear understanding of the threat, and where one can choose apathetic acceptance or attempt to discern how to actively protect oneself and one's family.…

Condizione: New. In English.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New. 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. Num Pages: 380 pages, index. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 21. Weight in Grams: 510. . 1997. Paperback. . . . .…

Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condizione: New. 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. Num Pages: 380 pages, index. BIC Classification: RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 21. Weight in Grams: 510. . 1997. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 361 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: New. pp. 380.

Condizione: New. pp. 380.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Five years after Three Mile Island awakened Americans to the dread of radioactive release, a new and potentially more consequential radioactive threat was discovered in a Pennsylvania home. Touted as the second major cause of lung cancer, the radon problem was prominent as a leading environmental risk. However, widespread acceptance of this risk has never materialized. In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue. The lessons of radon have great relevance in a contaminated world where people are increasingly surrounded by invisible environmental hazards, where uncertainty and controversy shroud a clear understanding of the threat, and where one can choose apathetic acceptance or attempt to discern how to actively protect oneself and one's family.…

Condizione: New. Satisfaction Guaranteed or your money back.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Five years after Three Mile Island awakened Americans to the dread of radioactive release, a new and potentially more consequential radioactive threat was discovered in a Pennsylvania home. Touted as the second major cause of lung cancer, the radon problem was prominent as a leading environmental risk. However, widespread acceptance of this risk has never materialized. In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue. The lessons of radon have great relevance in a contaminated world where people are increasingly surrounded by invisible environmental hazards, where uncertainty and controversy shroud a clear understanding of the threat, and where one can choose apathetic acceptance or attempt to discern how to actively protect oneself and one's family. 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Five years after Three Mile Island awakened Americans to the dread of radioactive release, a new and potentially more consequential radioactive threat was discovered in a Pennsylvania home. Touted as the second major cause of lung cancer, the radon problem was prominent as a leading environmental risk. However, widespread acceptance of this risk has never materialized. In this vibrant account, Edelstein and Makofske unveil the complex mix of social and scientific factors that have led to public and official misunderstanding of the geologic radon issue. The lessons of radon have great relevance in a contaminated world where people are increasingly surrounded by invisible environmental hazards, where uncertainty and controversy shroud a clear understanding of the threat, and where one can choose apathetic acceptance or attempt to discern how to actively protect oneself and one's family. 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. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Condizione: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. 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 c.…