The First International Symposium on Acid Precipitation and the Forest Ecosystem dealt with the potential magnitude of the global effects of acid precipitation on aquatic ecosystems, forest soils, and forest vegetation. The problem is discussed in the light of atmospheric chemistry, transport, and precipitation. (Author/BT)

Spill control methods have been developed to control, treat and monitor spills of hazardous materials during their manufacture, transport, and storage. Spills on both land and water, and methods of treatment and control in these environments were studied. A discussion of detection and monitoring equipment and protective clothing concludes this…