Soil Microbiology, 2nd Edition [Hardcover]

Robert L. Tate III (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471317918 | ISBN-13: 978-0471317913 | Publication Date: January 24, 2000 | Edition: 2

Extensively revised, accessible, and up-to-date-the new edition of Tate's classic soil microbiology text Now in its second edition, Soil Microbiology offers students a broad knowledge of the behavior and function of microbes in soil-all the essentials they will need in order to address the long-term stewardship of the earth's soil resources. Designed for use as the core text for microbiology courses in the soil science curriculum, it explores the tremendous diversity of life found in soil ecosystems. With its amplified focus on the reclamation of contaminated and damaged soils, greenhouse gas production, and the sustainability of soil ecosystems, this book is an ideal resource for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, as well as a useful reference for professionals in soil and environmental science. Soil Microbiology, Second Edition features:
* A focus on new advances as well as environmental science aspects of soil microbiology
* Completely new chapters on the biological diversity of soil ecosystems, soil remediation, and soil systems management
* A strong emphasis on research in real-world settings as well as theoretical concerns

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

With a strong emphasis on environmental aspects, instead of traditional agricultural viewpoints, this work covers microbe/plant interactions and biological cycles. The overall objective is to provide the student with a strong basic knowledge of the physical, chemical and biological properties of soil and the microbes contained therein as well as demonstrate the impact of the combination of these aspects of the soil system on overall ecosystem development and function. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

Extensively revised, accessible, and up-to-date-the new edition of Tate's classic soil microbiology text Now in its second edition, Soil Microbiology offers students a broad knowledge of the behavior and function of microbes in soil-all the essentials they will need in order to address the long-term stewardship of the earth's soil resources. Designed for use as the core text for microbiology courses in the soil science curriculum, it explores the tremendous diversity of life found in soil ecosystems. With its amplified focus on the reclamation of contaminated and damaged soils, greenhouse gas production, and the sustainability of soil ecosystems, this book is an ideal resource for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, as well as a useful reference for professionals in soil and environmental science. Soil Microbiology, Second Edition features:
* A focus on new advances as well as environmental science aspects of soil microbiology
* Completely new chapters on the biological diversity of soil ecosystems, soil remediation, and soil systems management
* A strong emphasis on research in real-world settings as well as theoretical concerns

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 536 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (January 24, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471317918
• ISBN-13: 978-0471317913
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,326,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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