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Biodeterioration and Preservation
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Description
Microorganisms play a central role in these deterioration processes. They grow both on the surface and in the interiors of many materials. Our understanding of the role that the microbial community plays in these activities has improved significantly in recent years and a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of degradation is now possible. In addition, new tools have opened the door to the use of bacteria as protective agents.
In this book, contributors have focused on the essential role that biodeterioration plays in both the deterioration and preservation of a wide range of materials. The volume brings together recent research by conservation microbiologists working in diverse environments. In addition papers are included on the effects of microbial biofilms and climate change on the biodeterioration process.
It is hoped that this book will prove helpful to microbiologists, chemists, and other scientists working in the field of conservation. It should also be useful to practicing conservators, and individuals in public policy concerned with the protection of our world's cultural heritage treasures.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
208
Release Date:
2018-12-31
Publication Date:
2018-10-01
Publisher:
Archetype Publications
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
1909492647
ISBN13:
9781909492646
Weight:
372 g
Height:
170 cm
Width:
246 cm
Thickness:
11 cm
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