Compost Science and Technology
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Compost Science and Technology

  1. 380 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
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Compost Science and Technology

About this book

Composting is a widely used biological process for the management of some wastes produced in communities and agricultural activities, which have experienced substantial growth during the last few years. Because this and the knowledge of composting has increased, the number of composting facilities has increased tremendously, especially in some European countries. Interest has also increased in several countries in other regions of the world. Compost Science and Technology attempts to summarize some of the most important work conducted during the last few years under one cover. The contributions to the publication are made by some of the most qualified professionals in the world and present the information in a clear and objective manner. The readers will find the information very useful and will be helpful in the design of new facilities and organic recycling programs. The manager or interested member of the community does not have to have a rigorous training in science or technology.- Up-to-date contributions by some of the most knowledgeable and respected leaders in the field- Clear and objective presentations, which are arranged in such a way that it is not necessary to read the entire book- Information is supported by data, tables and references- Covers most important aspects of the process including a brief historical review- May be used by teachers as well as practicioners in the field

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Yes, you can access Compost Science and Technology by L.F. Diaz,M. de Bertoldi,W. Bidlingmaier in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Technology & Engineering & Microbiology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Table of contents

  1. Front cover
  2. COMPOST SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
  3. Copyright page
  4. Preface
  5. Contributors
  6. Table of contents
  7. Chapter 1. Introduction
  8. Chapter 2. History of Composting
  9. Chapter 3. Microbiology of the Composting Process
  10. Chpater 4. Factors that Affect the Process
  11. Chapter 5. Systems Used in Composting
  12. Chapter 6. Design of Composting Plants
  13. Chapter 7. Quality and Agronomic Use of Compost
  14. Chapter 8. Bioremediation
  15. Chapter 9. Pathogenic Agents
  16. Chapter 10. Suppression of Soil-Borne Phytopathogens by Compost
  17. Chapter 11. Odor Emissions from Composting Plants
  18. Chapter 12. Marketing of Composts
  19. Index