Introduction
This module provides a context for introducing fundamental techniques used in chemical analysis (spectrophotometry, atomic absorbance spectroscopy and ion selective electrodes) along with considerations about sampling and sample preservation. Using an active learning approach, the module explores some fundamental water quality parameters such as the concentration of inorganic cations and anions that may aid…
This easy to navigate site contains valuable information on certified environmental testing methods. An extensive list of EPA approved methods is available in defined categories: chemical, biology, toxicology, physical, microbiology, and regulatory. This site appears to be geared towards instructors wishing to find information to develop appropriate laboratory activities. Search tools allow for single- or multiple-analyte…
Although this website by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) does not contain analytical data or methods per se, it is one that contains a complete compendium of links to material on environmental topics under the pervue of USGS. As such, it can serve as a resource and background material for students, faculty or practitioners interested…
Measurement science used to characterize environmentally important species is a central aspect of this textbook and accompanying lecture support/PowerPoint presentations. In addition to discussing the hows and whys of measurement, the discussion of measurements up to 2007 as related to the future of the environment provides a context for learning the material.The website is available…
This is a pdf version of an official EPA method for the analysis of cyanide. It discusses a variety of quality control procedures a wide range of controls that must be used for method maintenance and development. Within the context of teaching, this site could be viewed as unique in allowing students to work through…
This online article describes an inquiry-based experience designed to integrate concepts in water quality and geology for pre-education science students preparing to become teachers at the primary and secondary level. The field and laboratory exercise could be used to effectively introduce equilibrium chemistry in an introductory or environmental chemistry course, and courses for non-majors.The website is…
This EPA site provides a brief overview of EPA remediation methods and projects. The links "Remediation" and "Characterization and Monitoring" have sub-links that provide analytically relevant materials. Many applications and case-specific studies are presented. Many of the links are related to sampling statistics.The website is available here .
The Federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) produces "toxicological profiles" for hazardous substances found at National Priorities List (NPL) sites. These hazardous substances are ranked based on frequency of occurrence at NPL sites, toxicity, and potential for human exposure. Toxicological profiles are developed from a priority list of 275 substances. This site…
An "everything" site for teaching of environmental chemistry, as yet incomplete, but with the potential to be very useful to pedagogy in environmental chemistry. Contains some unique case studies.The website is available here .
This is a website by Syracuse Research Corporation. It contains numerous reference information including a link to the PBT profiler that SRC created for the U.S. EPA - this model predicts risk related data (physical/chemical properties, bioconcentrations, environmental fate, carcinogenicity and toxicity). There is also a link to a childhood lead risk assessment model, environmental…