Arsenic: A comprehensive perspective from the fields of chemistry, biology, and environmental sciences

Arsenic is one of the environmental pollutants with the greatest impact on human health and ecosystems. Found naturally in soil, water, and minerals, as well as in various industrial activities, it poses a scientific and public health challenge on a global scale. This book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this metalloid, covering its history, physicochemical properties, biogeochemical cycle, chemical speciation, metabolism, mechanisms of toxicity, and effects on human health. It also analyzes analytical methods for its determination, biomarkers of exposure, its presence in different environmental and food matrices, prevention and remediation strategies, current regulations, and advances in sensors, nanotechnology, and sustainable development. With an interdisciplinary approach that integrates chemistry, biochemistry, toxicology, geology, and environmental sciences, this work serves as a reference for students, educators, researchers, and professionals interested in understanding one of the most significant environmental challenges of the 21st century.