Playing Safe
Science and the Environment
Published on 30. May 2000
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-0-500-28073-7 (ISBN)
Description
Addresses the question of how to assess the risks and benefits of scientific advance through three topics: climate change, genetic engineering and toxic chemicals. It advises a cautious approach in applying scientific knowledge as we try to improve the world around us.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Dimensions
Height: 215 mm
Width: 135 mm
Weight
220 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-500-28073-7 (9780500280737)
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Content
Science in the environment; wholes and parts; weighing up the risks; toxic shocks; climate science; the genetics revolution; the science of sustainability.