Wood Microbiology Decay and Its Prevention

Name: Wood Microbiology Decay and Its Prevention
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ISBN: 9780127752105

ISBN-10: 0127752102

ISBN-13: 9780127752105

Edition: 1992

Authors: Robert A. Zabel, Jeffrey J. Morrell

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An in-depth examination of deterioration caused by fungi and othermicroorganisms, Wood Microbiology explores the major damages to wood and wood products during growth, harvesting, storage, and conversion to finished lumber. The characteristics, causes, detection, effects, and control measures for wood damage are stressed.

Book details

List price: $72.95
Copyright year: 1992
Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date: 7/20/1992
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 476
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.99" tall
Weight: 1.848
Language: English

Introduction to Wood Microbiology. Wood Deterioration Agents. The Characteristics and Classification of Fungi and Bacteria. Factors Affecting the Growth and Survival of Fungi in Wood (Fungal Ecology). Fungal Metabolism in Relation to Wood Decay. The Decay Setting: Some Structural, Chemical, and Moisture Features of Wood in Relation to Decay Development. General Features, Recognition, and Anatomical Aspects of Wood Decay. Chemical Changes in Wood Caused by Decay Fungi. Ultrastructural Features of Wood Decay. Changes in the Strength and Physical Properties of Wood Caused by Decay Fungi. Colonization and Microbial Interactions in Wood Decay. Decays Originating in the Stems of Living Trees.…