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Wood and Tree Fungi: Biology, Damage, Protection, and Use
Olaf Schmidt
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Description for Wood and Tree Fungi: Biology, Damage, Protection, and Use
Hardcover. A book providing an overview of the various wood and tree fungi that damage trees, lumber, and timber. Special focus is given to identification, prevention, and remediation techniques, and the book bridges the gap between research and application. Num Pages: 334 pages, 62 black & white illustrations, 12 colour illustrations, 49 black & white tables, biograp. BIC Classification: AM; PSG; WNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 716.
This book provides an up-to-date overview of the various wood and tree fungi that damage trees, lumber, and timber. Special focus is given to identification, prevention, and remediation techniques, and the book bridges the gap between research and application. It covers the fundamentals of cytology and morphology. There is a more practical section describing damage by viruses and bacteria on trees. The habitats of wood fungi are described as well as tree care. Important tree pathogens and wood decay fungi are characterized for prevention and identification. The final section focuses on the positive effects of wood-inhabiting microorganisms.
This book provides an up-to-date overview of the various wood and tree fungi that damage trees, lumber, and timber. Special focus is given to identification, prevention, and remediation techniques, and the book bridges the gap between research and application. It covers the fundamentals of cytology and morphology. There is a more practical section describing damage by viruses and bacteria on trees. The habitats of wood fungi are described as well as tree care. Important tree pathogens and wood decay fungi are characterized for prevention and identification. The final section focuses on the positive effects of wood-inhabiting microorganisms.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Springer
Condition
New
Number of Pages
336
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783540321385
SKU
V9783540321385
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
Reviews for Wood and Tree Fungi: Biology, Damage, Protection, and Use
From the reviews: "The book (334 pages) is an updated revision of the German edition ‘Holdz-und Baumpilze’ from 1994. … The book is illustrated with 74 figures (12 coloured pictures) and 49 tables. … The book is of great interest to scientists, students, professionals working in wood protection, as well as foresters." (Benoit Marçais, Annals ... Read more