Thermophiles: General, Molecular, and Applied Microbiology

by Thomas D. Brock and Thermophiles

Dealing with an important and interesting group of microorganisms, those capable of living at very high temperatures, this book discusses the biochemical, molecular and genetic properties of these organisms, examining their potential biotechnological uses in both industry and agriculture - in particular, in the production of fuels and chemicals, in waste treatment systems, and for mining. The book provides a concise overview of the group and gives...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471820016
• ISBN13: 9780471820017
• Release Date: January 1986
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.