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Management of Hazardous and Toxic Chemicals in India

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  13 July 2009

Lakshmi Raghupathy

Abstract

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Chemicals have become an integral part of human life today and contribute to many basic needs. In recent years there has been an increase in the number, variety, and complexity of chemicals being used in industry and in our daily lives. Many of these chemicals are toxic, explosive, and/or reactive, thus posing a potential hazard to humans, other life forms, and the environment. Extensive use of such chemicals, while essential for a better quality of life, can result in certain adverse effects that may be immediate or may be visible over a period of time. The problem needs to be addressed with a view to providing a better environment for future generations. We need to adopt a preventive approach— “prevention is better than cure”—especially in the management of hazardous and toxic chemicals.

Type
News & Information
Information
Environmental Practice , Volume 2 , Issue 1 , March 2000 , pp. 46 - 49
Copyright
Copyright © National Association of Environmental Professionals 2000

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