This book addresses the pervasive environmental problem of perchlorate contamination and its potential solutions. It synthesizes current scientific understanding and engineering advancements regarding perchlorate, detailing its origins, environmental transport, analytical methods, health and ecological risks, regulatory frameworks, and remediation strategies. The authors structure the content to logically guide readers through the process of identifying and resolving contamination issues, drawing on case studies of perchlorate impacts on soil, groundwater, and surface water.

The book is presented as a comprehensive, single-source reference for perchlorate contamination, aiming to summarize the state of science and engineering developments. Its organization follows a logical problem-identification and solution sequence, providing a foundational understanding of perchlorate's occurrence, behavior, regulation, and remediation. The inclusion of case studies illustrates practical applications and challenges in addressing this environmental issue.