Synopses & Reviews
An in-depth examination of deterioration caused by fungi and other microorganisms,
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 of wood damage are stressed.
Key Features
* Reviews characteristics, classification, and metabolism of fungi responsible for wood deterioration and discoloration
* Examines the anatomical, structural, and chemical features of decay
* Covers effects of decay on physical and structural properties of wood
* Presents methods for preventing biodegradation and for preserving wood
* Extensively classroom tested--suitable for a two-quarter or one-semester course
* Each chapter contains a summary and detailed references
Synopsis
effects, and control measures of wood damage are stressed.
Key Features
* Reviews characteristics, classification, and metabolism of fungi responsible for wood deterioration and discoloration
* Examines the anatomical, structural, and chemical features of decay
* Covers effects of decay on physical and structural properties of wood
* Presents methods for preventing biodegradation and for preserving wood
* Extensively classroom tested--suitable for a two-quarter or one-semester course
* Each chapter contains a summary and detailed references
Synopsis
Each chapter contains a summary and detailed references
Synopsis
ssroom tested--suitable for a two-quarter or one-semester course
* Each chapter contains a summary and detailed references
Table of Contents
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. Biodeterioration of Stored Wood and Its Control. Wood Stains and Discolorations. Decay Problems Associated with Some Major Uses of Wood Products. The Detection of Internal Decay. Paint Mildew and Related Degradative Problems. Natural Decay Resistance. Chemical Protection of Wood (Wood Preservation). Some Trendsin Wood Microbiology Research and a New Emphasis. All chapters contain summaries and detailed references.