Since the last edition was published in 1991, the 'Merian' has established itself as the standard reference on this topic, and remains unmatched in the breadth of material covered.

This new edition is more clearly and concisely structured, and more emphasis is now given to nutritional aspects of the elements. It continues to provide:

• Detailed information on the environmental metals that influence the health of plants, animals and humans
• Describes the problems related to waste, soils and wildlife as well as the risks caused by the increasing output of metals from industry and households
• An extensive bibliography, numerous tables with useful data and a glossary of terms
• International experts from 15 countries have pooled their knowledge and experience to create this ultimate resource giving essential information to all chemists, biologists, geologists, food scientists, toxicologists and physiologists involved in environmental research and remediation, risk assessment, food research and industrial hygiene.