Buch, Englisch, 362 Seiten, HC runder Rücken kaschiert, Format (B × H): 183 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 8416 g
Reihe: Springer Protocols Handbooks
Field Studies
Buch, Englisch, 362 Seiten, HC runder Rücken kaschiert, Format (B × H): 183 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 8416 g
Reihe: Springer Protocols Handbooks
ISBN: 978-3-662-53116-7
Verlag: Springer
Hydrocarbon and Lipid Microbiology ProtocolsThere are tens of thousands of structurally different hydrocarbons, hydrocarbon derivatives and lipids, and a wide array of these molecules are required for cells to function. The global hydrocarbon cycle, which is largely driven by microorganisms, has a major impact on our environment and climate. Microbes are responsible for cleaning up the environmental pollution caused by the exploitation of hydrocarbon reservoirs and will also be pivotal in reducing our reliance on fossil fuels by providing biofuels, plastics and industrial chemicals. Gaining an understanding of the relevant functions of the wide range of microbes that produce, consume and modify hydrocarbons and related compounds will be key to responding to these challenges. This comprehensive collection of current and emerging protocols will facilitate acquisition of this understanding and exploitation of useful activities of such microbes.
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Introduction.- Marine Systems.- Coastline/Intertidal Systems.- Terrestrial Systems.- Petroleum Reservoirs.- Aquifers/Groundwater.- Freshwater Lakes, Rivers.- Investigating the Biodegradation of Volatile Hydrocarbons in Diverse Environments.