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Biodegradation and Persistence
Bernd . Ed(S): Beek
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Description for Biodegradation and Persistence
paperback. With contributions by numerous experts Editor(s): Beek, Bernd. Series: The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry / Reactions and Processes. Num Pages: 327 pages, 33 black & white illustrations, 33 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNF; RNP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 528.
Biodegradation is a key phenomen among environmental processes. Low degradation rates lead to the persistence of chemicals in the environment and, as a consequence, to delayed or long-term effects, which may be even unknown by now. In this volume the editor has pulled together the newest results of research in biodegradation and persistence of potential environmentally harmful substances and the complex process involved. The main focus is on the microbial degradation, the evolution and predictability of the respective pathways and their impact on bioremediation. Additional chapters deal with sewage treatment plants, the impact of toxicants on impaired biodegradation, and with ... Read more
Biodegradation is a key phenomen among environmental processes. Low degradation rates lead to the persistence of chemicals in the environment and, as a consequence, to delayed or long-term effects, which may be even unknown by now. In this volume the editor has pulled together the newest results of research in biodegradation and persistence of potential environmentally harmful substances and the complex process involved. The main focus is on the microbial degradation, the evolution and predictability of the respective pathways and their impact on bioremediation. Additional chapters deal with sewage treatment plants, the impact of toxicants on impaired biodegradation, and with ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer Germany
Number of pages
327
Condition
New
Series
The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry / Reactions and Processes
Number of Pages
327
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783662146903
SKU
V9783662146903
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99-15
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