This volume covers the theory and applications of transport phenomena in synthetic membranes - describing modern membrane preparation methods, structures, characteristics and properties.;Examining different types of membranes and how they are used, Membrane Science and Technolog…
This book addresses the importance of soil processes in the global carbon cycle.Agricultural activities considered responsible for an increase in CO2 levels in our atmosphere include: deforestation, biomass burning, tillage and intensive cultivation, and drainage of wetlands.How…
"Nanomaterials are mainly categorized into three groups: fundamental building blocks; dispersions or composites of building blocks in randomly ordered matrices; and spatially resolved, ordered nanostructures. Today, nanomaterials that offer some unique optical properties may fin…
"Nanomaterials are mainly categorized into three groups: fundamental building blocks; dispersions or composites of building blocks in randomly ordered matrices; and spatially resolved, ordered nanostructures. Today, nanomaterials that offer some unique optical properties may fin…
"Fruit fly (Diptera: Tephritidae) pests have a profound impact on horticultural production and economy of many countries. It is fundamental to understand their biology and evaluate methods for their suppression, containment, or eradication. Area-Wide Management of Fruit Fly Pest…
This book presents cascading effects of ecological disturbances on a multitude of ecosystem components. It includes agricultural development, large infrequent disturbances, forest harvesting, non-native grazing in deserts, ground transportation, powerline corridors, fires, urban…
One of the oldest scientific traditions, plant breeding began in Neolithic times with methods as simple as saving the seeds of desirable plants and sowing them later. It was not until the re-encounter with Mendel's discoveries thousands of years later, the genetic basis of breed…
Trees and plants are important components of the human environment havingsignificant presence beyond agricultural and recreational values. Colour Atlas of Woody Plants and Trees presents a photographic compilation of morphological features of trees and shrubs giving attention to…
