Soil microbiology and biochemistry /

Abstract

The textbook “Soil Microbiology and Biochemistry” by Paul and Clark (1989, 1996) is available in Chinese and Korean translations. It has been incorporated into the teaching of engineering, biogeochemistry, ecology, and general biology in a variety of university departments, including those of private, undergraduate, and teaching universities, and is widely used in many research applications. The name of this edited volume has been changed to reflect its broader applicability and has been expanded to include both more basic and applied approaches. Soil microbiology, ecology, and biochemistry are being Preface xix Prelims-P546807.qxd 11/20/06 11:18 AM Page xix used in a broad range of applications from agronomy, plant pathology, general ecology, microbial ecology, engineering, organic agriculture, forestry, range management, and global change. We have thus included chapters on invertebrate–microbial interactions, basic physiology, and ecological interpretations. Information on the management of microorganisms and their reactions has been expanded while we have strived to retain readability, conciseness, and a reasonable cost.