Download or read book A TEXT BOOK of SOIL and MICROBIAL ECOLOGY for BIOLOGICALSCIENCES STUDENTS written by Grace ANIBASA OYIZA and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-06 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book deals with the study of microbial community dynamics, soil ecology, soil microbiology, bioconversions and the interactions of microbes with each other and with plants, animals and the environments in which they live.Microbiology deals with small or minute organisms, while ecology is a branch of biology dealing with organisms generally, their relationship with one another and that of their environment. There are several approaches to the teaching and learning of microbial ecology. One approach is to consider the activities of the microorganism in nutrient cycles and food chains; another approach is to look at it from the factors which govern the existence and activities of microorganisms and their environments.In this book, we shall consider the existence of microorganisms in communities. Recent estimates suggest that most microbial communities have between 1010 to 1017 individuals representing at least 107 different taxa. How can such huge populations exist and more over, survive together in a productive fashion? To answer this question, we must know which microbes are present and how they interact. That is, we need to study microbial ecology, a multidisciplinary field which discusses some aspects of environmental microbiology. Generally speaking, microbial ecology is seldom primarily concerned with the organisms per se, rather it deals with their activities in terms of the resultant chemical and physical changes they make in the environment and those aspects of nutrient cycles, polluted water sources, diseased organisms, biochemical capacities of causative organisms to induce infection and so on are all considered as aspects of microbial ecology.In discussing microbial ecology, it is important to note the following:-The types and nature of the environment in which the microbe finds itself.-The forces that play roles in the dynamics of microbial population of the environments.-Effect of microbial types and population on their environments.-Physical and chemical properties of the environments.This book presents some of the important tools and techniques used in the study of microbial ecology, and introduces students to:--basic definitions in the study of ecology,-the general principles of microbial ecology,-microbes and ecological theory,- some classical examples of colonization and succession as natural events,-the study of how microorganisms exist, co-exist and interact with each other and with their environments (soil, air, water),-methods of study, isolation, quantification and identification of microorganisms from the various habitats,-factors affecting the survival of microorganisms in the various ecosystems (soil, air and water),-the morphological, physiological and genetic adaptations of microorganisms to their environments, -bioconversion (bio deterioration and biodegradation), -microbial interactions and -the relationship between microorganisms and other organisms There are three chapters dealing with microorganisms in ecosystems - the soil, air and water. In these chapters, we shall consider the various environments where microbes can exist. Generally, the environment is complex and constantly changing. It often contains varying nutrient concentrations and exposes microbes to many overlapping gradients of nutrients and other environmental factors. The physicochemical factors that govern the growth and survival of microbes in these environments and the methods employed in their isolation, study and quantification are discussed here. The objectives are to consider the various microbial environments, survey the effects, on microbial growth, of individual environmental factors such as water availability, pH, temperature, oxygen concentration etc; and also consider the techniques for isolation of microorganisms from the soil, air and water.
Download or read book Soil Microbiology Ecology and Biochemistry written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2006-12-22 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its third edition, this classic textbook includes basic concepts and applications in agriculture, forestry, environmental science, and a new section entirely devoted to ecology. This revised and updated edition guides students through biochemical and microbial processes in soils and introduces them to microbial processes in water and sediments. Soil Microbiology, Ecology, and Biochemistry serves as an invaluable resource for students in biogeochemistry, soil microbiology, soil ecology, sustainable agriculture, and environmental amelioration.NEW TO THIS EDITION:* New section on Ecology integrated with biochemistry and microbiology* Sections on exciting new methodology such as tracers, molecular analysis and computers that will allow great advances in this field* Six new chapters: bioremediation, soil molecular biology, biodiversity, global climate change, basic physiology and ecological interpretations * Expanded with contributions from leading soil microbiologists and agronomists on both fundamental and applied aspects of the science* Full-color figures* Includes a website with figures for classroom presentation use
Download or read book Soil Microbiology Ecology and Biochemistry written by Eldor Paul and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2014-11-14 with total page 603 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fourth edition of Soil Microbiology, Ecology and Biochemistry updates this widely used reference as the study and understanding of soil biota, their function, and the dynamics of soil organic matter has been revolutionized by molecular and instrumental techniques, and information technology. Knowledge of soil microbiology, ecology and biochemistry is central to our understanding of organisms and their processes and interactions with their environment. In a time of great global change and increased emphasis on biodiversity and food security, soil microbiology and ecology has become an increasingly important topic. Revised by a group of world-renowned authors in many institutions and disciplines, this work relates the breakthroughs in knowledge in this important field to its history as well as future applications. The new edition provides readable, practical, impactful information for its many applied and fundamental disciplines. Professionals turn to this text as a reference for fundamental knowledge in their field or to inform management practices. - New section on "Methods in Studying Soil Organic Matter Formation and Nutrient Dynamics" to balance the two successful chapters on microbial and physiological methodology - Includes expanded information on soil interactions with organisms involved in human and plant disease - Improved readability and integration for an ever-widening audience in his field - Integrated concepts related to soil biota, diversity, and function allow readers in multiple disciplines to understand the complex soil biota and their function
Download or read book Soil Microbiology Ecology and Biochemistry written by Eldor Paul and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soil Microbiology and Biochemsitry enconmpasses the broad spectrum of soil organisms and the dynamic processes carried on by them, including ecological relationships in the biota, the dynamics of the carbon and nitrogen cycles, and microbe-driven reactions involving sulfu, phosphorous, and metals. This reference source will prove invaluable to anyone involved in the study of agricultural and nonagricultural soils.This book provideda process-oriented approach on nutrient cycling and fundamental soil processes for students who are studying soil microbiology and biochemistryan up-to-date assessment of the diverse systems affected by soil organisms for researchers in the fields of agronomy, environmental quality, and natural sciencesthe application of molecular biology to soil organisms, mathematic modeling of soil processes, a supplementary reading list, and a glossary.
Download or read book Modern Soil Microbiology Third Edition written by Jan Dirk van Elsas and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-04-05 with total page 844 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The living soil is crucial to photosynthesis, biogeochemical cycles, global food production, climate change, biodiversity, and plant and animal health. In the past decade, scientists have made significant advances in soil microbiology research. While the basic principles are now better understood, knowledge has been forthcoming on the best available technologies and methods applied to researching soil microorganisms, their diversity, interactions, biochemistry, survival, gene expression, and their roles in global climate change, plant disease suppression and growth stimulation, and biogeochemical cycles. This knowledge can be applied to better predict the transformation of pollutants in soil and the activities of microbes in the rhizosphere. It will also assist us in fostering crop production in an era with an increasing human population and intensification of agriculture. Following the tradition of its predecessors, Modern Soil Microbiology, Third Edition, is an indispensable source that supports graduate/undergraduate teaching for soil and environmental microbiologists in academia, as well as in government and industrial laboratories. It is a comprehensive collection of chapters on various aspects of soil microbiology, useful for all professionals working with soils. Compiled by internationally renowned educators and research scholars, this textbook contains key tables, figures, and photographs, supported by thousands of references to illustrate the depth of knowledge in soil microbiology. FEATURES Fully updated and expanded to include new key chapters on historical developments, future applications, and soil viruses and proteins Discusses molecular methods applied to soil microbiology, diverse soil microorganisms, and global climate change Emphasizes the role of terrestrial microorganisms and cycles involved in climate change Details the latest molecular methods applied to soil microbiology research User-friendly for students, and containing numerous tables, figures, and illustrations to better understand the current knowledge in soil microbiology
Download or read book Soil Microbiology written by Robert L. Tate, III and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-10-08 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An updated text exploring the properties of the soil microbial community Today, the environmentally oriented specialties of microbiology are shifting from considering a single or a few microbial species to focusing on the entire microbial community and its interactions. The third edition of Soil Microbiology has been fully revised and updated to reflect this change, with a new focus on microbial communities and how they impact global ecology. The third edition still provides thorough coverage of basic soil microbiology principles, yet the textbook also expands students’ understanding of the role the soil microbial community plays in global environmental health and human health. They can also learn more about the techniques used to conduct analysis at this level. Readers will benefit from the edition’s expanded use of figures and tables as well as the recommendations for further reading found within each chapter. Considers the impact of environmental perturbations on microbial community structure as well as the implications for soil system functions Discusses the impact of soil microbial communities on food and health related issues Emphasizes the importance of soil microbial communities on the sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems and solutions to global issues This third edition is a suitable text for those studying soil microbiology and soil ecology at the undergraduate or graduate level. It also serves as a valuable reference tool for professionals working in the fields of reclamation and soil management.
Download or read book Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry written by Eldor Alvin Paul and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and updated text guides students through biochemical and microbial processes in soils and introduces them to microbial processes in water and sediments. This classic teaching text includes basic concepts and applications in agriculture, forestry, ecology, and environmental science. It can also be an invaluable resource for research in biogeochemistry, microbiology, sustainable agriculture, and environmental amelioration. The Second Edition has expanded to include such topics as bioremediation, molecular biology of soil, biodiversity of soil organisms, and the impact of global climate change on soil microhabitats. Key Features * Includes many interpretive diagrams * Provides compact and concise coverage of soil microbiology * Thoroughly updated and expanded to include bioremdiation, soil molecular biology, biodiversity, and global climate change
Download or read book Principles and Applications of Soil Microbiology written by Terry Gentry and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-06-06 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by leading experts in their respective fields, Principles and Applications of Soil Microbiology 3e, provides a comprehensive, balanced introduction to soil microbiology, and captures the rapid advances in the field such as recent discoveries regarding habitats and organisms, microbially mediated transformations, and applied environmental topics. Carefully edited for ease of reading, it aids users by providing an excellent multi-authored reference, the type of book that is continually used in the field. Background information is provided in the first part of the book for ease of comprehension. The following chapters then describe such fundamental topics as soil environment and microbial processes, microbial groups and their interactions, and thoroughly addresses critical nutrient cycles and important environmental and agricultural applications. An excellent textbook and desk reference, Principles and Applications of Soil Microbiology, 3e, provides readers with broad, foundational coverage of the vast array of microorganisms that live in soil and the major biogeochemical processes they control. Soil scientists, environmental scientists, and others, including soil health and conservation specialists, will find this material invaluable for understanding the amazingly diverse world of soil microbiology, managing agricultural and environmental systems, and formulating environmental policy. - Includes discussion of major microbial methods, embedded within topical chapters - Includes information boxes and case studies throughout the text to illustrate major concepts and connect fundamental knowledge with potential applications - Study questions at the end of each chapter allow readers to evaluate their understanding of the materials
Download or read book Fundamentals of Soil Ecology written by David C. Coleman and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2004-07-19 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher Description
Download or read book Environmental Soil Biology written by M. Wood and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-07 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental considerations are playing an increasingly important role in determining management strategies for soil and land. Many important environmental issues involve aspects of the biology of soil, and these issues cannot be considered satisfactorily in isolation from a general understanding of soil biology as a whole. This is the second edition of a book first published in 1989 and now thoroughly rewritten to focus on soil ecology and environmental issues. The first part of the book provides an introduction to soils, its inhabitants, and their activities. The second part covers the influence of man on the natural cycles of soil. Topics such as acid rain and nitrogen fertilizers are considered alongside pesticides and genetically modified organisms. A new final chapter has been added which considers how, as we move towards the next millennium, we can apply the concept of sustainability to issues such as global climate change and farming systems. The book is directed at advanced undergraduate and immediate postgraduate students in environmental science and soil ecology, with students of physical geography and earth sciences as an important secondary market.
Download or read book Environmental Microbiology for Engineers written by Volodymyr Ivanov and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-11-04 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated Edition Includes a New Chapter and Enhanced Study MaterialThe second edition of Environmental Microbiology for Engineers explores the role that microorganisms play in the engineered protection and enhancement of an environment. Offering a perfect balance of microbiological knowledge and environmental biotechnology principles, it provides a
Download or read book Fundamentals of Soil Ecology written by David C. Coleman and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-11-20 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of Soil Ecology, 3rd Edition, offers a holistic approach to soil biology and ecosystem function, providing students and ecosystem researchers with a greater understanding of the central roles that soils play in ecosystem development and function. The text emphasizes the increasing importance of soils as the organizing center for all terrestrial ecosystems and provides an overview of theory and practice in soil ecology, both from an ecosystem and evolutionary biology point of view. This new edition is fully updated, including an expanded treatment of microbial ecology and new sections on advances in molecular techniques and climate change research. These updates make this edition an essential resource for researchers and students in soil ecology and microbiology. - Includes extensive tables and diagrams in full color to enhance concepts - Combines theoretical and practical approaches to understanding and applying soil ecology - Outlines suggested laboratory and field methods
Download or read book The Architecture and Biology of Soils written by Karl Ritz and published by CABI. This book was released on 2011 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soil is a fundamental and critical component of terrestrial ecosystems, but one that is often overlooked. It is an extremely complex environment, both in terms of its physical structure and in that it supports levels of biodiversity far greater than those found above ground in any ecosystem. Bringing together existing knowledge across many areas of soil biology and physics, this book develops the concept of soil architecture and explores key characteristics of the remarkable `inner space' of the soil. The authors consider how such structure develops through time and the consequences this has for life underground. They also explore the interactions between the biological and physical components of the soil and how they relate to its many functions, in order to demonstrate the key role of soil architecture in underpinning ecosystem dynamics. The diverse but richly interrelated perspectives offered in this book make it an essential resource for researchers and students in soil and environmental sciences, terrestrial ecology, plant sciences and microbiology.
Download or read book Soil Biology written by A Burgers and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 543 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soil Biology brings together the microbiological, botanical, and zoological aspects of soil biology. Leading specialists provide critical reviews and assessments of their particular branches of soil biology, paying particular attention to functional aspects and biotic interrelationships whenever possible. This volume is organized into 17 chapters and begins with an overview of the soil system, emphasizing the system components including the mineral fraction, organic matter, soil moisture, and soil atmosphere. The next chapters focus on microorganisms present in the soil, along with their effects on plant roots. The book also discusses the soil algae, including how algae are affected by physical and chemical environments and their interrelations with other organisms. The remaining chapters look at other organisms that inhabit the soil, including Arthropoda, Collembola, and Mollusca, as well as the probable effects of inhibiting substances upon the biology of soil microorganisms. The final chapters explain the decomposition of organic matter in the soil and the effects of synthetic chemicals on soil microorganisms. This book is a valuable resource for soil biologists and research workers in fields such as botany, agriculture, zoology, and microbiology.
Download or read book Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry written by Ghulam Hassan Dar and published by New India Publishing. This book was released on 2009-08 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book has primarily been aimed at to adequately introduce the basic concepts in soil microbiology and soil biochemistry with thrust on understanding the various microbial processes occurring in soil. The book is expected to be useful to undergraduate and postgraduate students, teachers and researchers dealing with agriculture, horticulture and forestry in general and agricultural microbiology, soil science and environmental sciences in particular.
Download or read book Conceptual Breakthroughs written by Adam Martiny and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Conceptual Breakthroughs in Microbial Ecology and Evolution continues the innovative Conceptual Breakthroughs series by providing a comprehensive outline of the combination of the major breakthroughs for this young and emerging scientific field. The chapters cover important theoretical, technical, and natural history discoveries that have led to conceptual breakthroughs. The book offers a concise and accessible analysis of microbiology viewed through an ecological and evolutionary lens. By highlighting and interpreting key publications over the past 50 years, the book provides an important resource for students and researchers as they navigate this fast-moving research area. The authors draw upon literature from diverse ecosystems (such as oceans, soil and humans) and fields of study (microbiology, ecology, evolutionary biology, medical microbiology, molecular biology). The book offers a framework for readers to place contemporary studies into a historical context Reviews the history of the field and highlights intellectual challenges, debates, and breakthroughs Demonstrates how technical advances in microbial and molecular tools have led to conceptual breakthroughs Provides a time-line of key natural history discoveries that have influenced the field's direction
Download or read book Protistology written by Sina M. Adl and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2024-10-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Protistology provides a comprehensive overview on recent developments in understanding the diversity of cell biology, genomic processes, parasite-host interactions, and the evolution of eukaryotes. The book is the first modern treatise on these organisms, walking readers through protistology's diversity and classification. This book is an ideal supplemental text for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students in microbial ecology, freshwater and marine biology, soil ecology, environmental sciences, or those looking to initiate a course in protistology. - Covers the entire breadth of protists, including numerous illustrations, photographs and figures - Provides an accessible, modern classification of protists - Presents comparative cell biology and evolutionary trends in the diversity of protists
