Chemistry : Environmental Chemistry

 

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

Before we are going to the topic first we have to discuss about what is chemistry .

WHAT IS CHEMISTRY?

Chemistry is the study of building blocks of matter , include atoms , molecules and ions and how they intact and transform to from new substances with different properties. It’s the science of understanding the compositions , properties and reactions of matter.

In short chemistry is the study of

• What things are made of (composition)
• How things work(properties)
• How things change and transform (reactions)

Chemistry is all around us, from the air we breathe to the food we eat, and is essential for understanding many aspect of our daily life.

Now we can going to discuss about environmental chemistry.

Environmental chemistry:-

Environmental chemistry is the study of the chemical process that occur in the environment including the air , water, soil and living  organism . It involves understanding the sources transport , transformation and fate of chemicals in the environmental  as well as their impact on human health and the environment.

                                                                                Environmental chemists examine the cycling of nutrients and pollutants through ecosystems , the effects of human activities on environmental chemistry and the development of technologies to mitigates environmental pollution . They also investigate the chemical composition of environmental samples such as air and water pollutants , soil contaminants and hazardous waste.

Some key areas of focus in environmental chemistry  include:

1.      Atmospheric chemistry

Studying the composition and chemistry of the atmosphere including air pollution and climate change.

2.      Aquatic chemistry

Examining the chemical properties and processes in water, including water pollution and treatment.

3.      Soil chemistry

Understanding the chemical composition and process in soil , including nutrient cycling and soil contamination.

4.      Geochemistry

Studying the chemical composition of the earths crust and the process that shape it.

5.      Ecotoxicology

Investigating the harmful effects of chemicals on living organisms and ecosystems.

6.      Environmental analysis

Developing  methods to measure measure and monitor environmental pollutants .

7.      Remediation technology

Developing strategies to clean up contaminated environments.

                                                                By understanding environmental chemistry we can better manage and  mitigate the environmental impacts of human activities ,  protect human health and preserver the integrity of ecosystems.

Some examples of environmental chemistry in action include:-
 

1     Studying the effects of acid rain on soil and water chemistry.
2.      Investigating the fate and transport of pesticides in the environment
3.      Developing technologies to remove  pollutants  from industrial waste streams.
4.      Understanding the role of atmospheric chemistry in climate change.
5.      Monitoring water quality and developing treatment strategies to remove contaminants.
 

                                             Environmental chemistry is a vitial field that helps us understand and address  the complex.

Written and collected by ,

Rahul Prasad Parida

Member of The Modern Researchers