| Environmental Microbiology of Aquatic and Waste Systems Contributor(s): Okafor, Nduka (Author) |
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ISBN: 9400714599 ISBN-13: 9789400714595 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $52.24 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Nature | Animals - Marine Life - Science | Life Sciences - Ecology - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
| Dewey: 579.176 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.6" W x 10.2" (1.70 lbs) 307 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book places the main actors in environmental microbiology, namely the microorganisms, on center stage. Using the modern approach of 16S ribosomal RNA, the book looks at the taxonomy of marine and freshwater bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, viruses, and the smaller aquatic animals such as nematodes and rotifers, as well as at the study of unculturable aquatic microorganisms (metagenomics). The peculiarities of water as an environment for microbial growth, and the influence of aquatic microorganisms on global climate and global recycling of nitrogen and sulphur are also examined. The pollution of water is explored in the context of self-purification of natural waters. Modern municipal water purification and disease transmission through water are discussed. Alternative methods for solid waste disposal are related to the economic capability of a society. Viruses are given special attention. By focusing on the basics, this primer will appeal across a wide range of disciplines. |
