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Environmental Chemistry Collection- Careers

Environmental Chemistry Collection- Careers

This article has been reviewed by the following Topic Editor: Andy Jorgensen

Careers in Environmental Chemistry

Environmental chemists work in a variety of fields, including natural resource management, and environmental consulting, environmental regulation, and as environmental compliance personnel for industries. Professional preparation for this filed requires an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields and a MS or PhD in environmental chemistry.

 

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Randolph Larsen (Lead Author);Andy Jorgensen (Topic Editor) "Environmental Chemistry Collection- Careers". In: Encyclopedia of Earth. Eds. Cutler J. Cleveland (Washington, D.C.: Environmental Information Coalition, National Council for Science and the Environment). [First published in the Encyclopedia of Earth September 2, 2009; Last revised Date September 2, 2009; Retrieved May 22, 2013 <http://www.eoearth.org/article/Environmental_Chemistry_Collection-_Careers>

The Author

Randolph Larsen Twentieth century science and technology made tremendous advances, however many of the chemicals intended to advance our quality of life have migrated into the environment were they pose a risk to both human and ecosystem health. Dr. Larsen's professional interests involve studying the movement, fate and impact of toxins in our environment. Dr. Larsen holds a B.E. in chemical engineering from Vanderbilt University, a M.S. in civil (environmental) engineering from the University of Oklaho ... (Full Bio)

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