Nitrate : Occurrence, Characteristics and Health Considerations

The study of the nitrate salts is of great chemical, biochemical, industrial, environmental and human health importance because nitrates are one of the most common wide- spread contaminants in groundwater. This book presents important studies related to nitrates, and their occurrence, production, properties, and health considerations. Topics include a biological treatment using a salt-tolerant, perchlorate- and nitrate-reducing culture; nutritional and safety properties of vegetable foods; ...