Extensively revised, reorganized, and updated, this second edition of the bestselling Handbook of Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents incorporates additional classes of agents; expands existing classes; and provides more information on the chemical, physical, and biological properties of these agents and their health effects. Components, precursors, and decomposition products are explored. Cross-referenced using several indices, entries cover toxicology, characteristics, hazards, protection, and medical response. Where applicable, chemical formulas, routes of exposure, medicinal uses, threat level, and descriptions of disease are included.
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In the real-life world of emergency response, nothing is more crucial than quick and decisive action. Emergency Action for Chemical and Biological Agents focuses on what actions to take in the event of a crisis involving hazardous materials. It contains abridged versions of the indices from Ellison's comprehensive text Handbook of Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents . These indices deal with classes of agents rather than specific agents. Each index contains information on the toxicology and health impacts, physical characteristics, hazards from fire or reactivity, protection of personnel, and general first aid for that agent class.
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