Wood Microbiology, Second Edition, presents the latest advances in wood decay and its prevention. Coverage includes classification of fungi and bacteria, factors affecting growth and survival, fungal metabolism, and wood chemistry. There are also chapters that focus on the anatomical aspects, chemical changes, and ultrastructural effects of wood decay. Additionally, this book discusses major issues associated with wood decay, detecting decay, and how to take protective action against it.
This is a one-stop reference resource for wood scientists, wood processing and preserving professionals, foresters and forest pathologists, as well as students of forestry, and wood science and technology courses. It is authored by two leading experts with over 80 years of experience working with timber durability.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction to wood microbiology2. Wood deterioration agents3. The characteristics and classification of fungi and bacteria4. Factors affecting the growth and survival of fungi in wood (fungal ecology)5. Fungal metabolism in relation to wood decay6. The decay setting: some structural, chemical, and moisture features of wood in relation to decay development7. General features, recognition, and anatomical aspects of wood decay8. Chemical changes in wood caused by decay fungi9. Ultrastructural features of wood decay10. Changes in the strength and physical properties of wood caused by decay fungi11. Colonization and microbial interactions in wood decay12. Decays originating in the stems of living trees13. Biodeterioration of stored wood and its control14. Molds, stains, and discolorations15. Decay problems associated with some major uses products16. The detection of internal decay17. Paint mildew and related degradative problems18. Natural decay resistance (wood durability)19. Chemical protection of wood (wood preservation)20. Some trends in wood microbiology research and a new emphasis (biotechnology)
