Environmental Biotechnology: Principles and Applications

Author: Rittman (USA) / McCarty (USA) / Wen Xianghua, etc.
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This book introduces the fundamental principles and practical applications of microbial processes for environmental protection and improvement, such as activated sludge and anaerobic digestion, as well as emerging applications like detoxification of harmful chemicals, bioremediation, and biological filtration for drinking water. The book provides numerous figures and tables, with exercises at the end of each chapter to help readers understand and master basic concepts and principles. It also offers rich examples to facilitate the correct analysis, design, and resolution of practical environmental problems. This book is suitable as a textbook for environmental science programs in universities and colleges, as well as a reference for scientists and engineers in the fields of environment and biology.