Introduction to Soil Microbiology

by Martin Alexander

Book Overview

Characterizes soil microflora from descriptive and functional viewpoints; considers the biological processes that take place in the soil and their importance to soil fertility, plant growth, and environmental quality. Deals with the biochemical basis for soil processes, including microbial ecology, the carbon and nitrogen cycles, mineral transformation, and ecological interrelationships.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471021792
• ISBN13: 9780471021797
• Release Date: June 1977
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 467 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.